Submit Petitions and Appeals

How to Request a Council Agenda Item

To Request Items to be considered on a City Council Agenda:

Attend a City Council meeting and during Public Presentations of the agenda, any member of the public may request the City Council refer an item to City staff or place an item for discussion on a future City Council agenda. View the public meeting schedule at SantaClaraCA.gov/Agendas.

File a Claim Against the City

Procedure for Filing a Claim Against the City & Claim Form (PDF) 

Planning Appeals Form

Appeal a Decision Made at Development Review Hearing or Planning Commission (PDF) 

Last Updated:
09-15-2025