Responsibilities The Department of Economic and Community Development oversees the administration and coordination of five divisions: Building  Economic Development  Housing and Community Development  Parking District  Planning

The Department also oversees historical preservation for the City.

Mission Statement
The mission of the Department of Economic and Community Development is the preservation and improvement of the physical and economic conditions of the South San Francisco community. The Department provides the administrative oversight that contributes to the successful completion of the goals, objectives, and daily operations of the Division of Economic Development, Redevelopment, Building, Planning, Housing and Community Development, and Parking District.