The Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee (DRC) is a committee made up of all of the City’s department heads e.g. Fire, Police, Community Development, Public Works, and Recreation. The DRC meets on a weekly basis at 10 am on Thursdays to review development and construction projects to help an applicant identify potential design, scheduling and permitting requirements prior to the start of construction. Minor building permit applications such as a water heater replacement or window upgrade typically do not require submittal of a preliminary review application. However, projects that involve replacement, extension, or installation of sewer or water lines always require DRC review and other projects that may seem minor in nature could entail some level of permitting the applicant is unaware of at the time he/she originally proposes a construction or development project. Consequently, it is always best to contact staff early in the planning stages of your project to avoid unnecessary delays or additional costs. Other permit processes may include:

• Public Works Permits e.g. Encroachment Permit
• Business Licenses. All businesses that operate within the City of Rio Vista are required to obtain a business license. The classification of businesses and a schedule of business license fees are available at the City web site: If you have questions about business licenses, please contact us at (707) 374-6447.
• Vehicle for Hire Permit.
• Other Agency Permits e.g. Air District Permit (for demolition permits), CalTrans, Solano County Permits.
• Plan Check Services.