Street Naming: Purpose The Street Naming and Renaming Policy and Guidelines outlines the process for assigning new street names to developments within the municipality or for changing an existing street name. The Township of Ramara reserves its right to rename any street, including duplicate street names, in the interest of public safety. All street names within the Township of Ramara are subject to the approval of Council. Any member of the public or public agency can, by way of written request to the Planning Department, make a recommendation for the addition of a name to the Township’s Street Naming List. In the submission, the name is to be accompanied by supporting documentation explaining the significance of the recommendation for consideration. Suggested street names are kept on a list for future use, and may be chosen if needed. These names are to be pre-approved by Township Council. When assigning a road name, Council may or may not choose a road name from the pre-approved list. The Street Naming Policies and Guidelines and Procedures shall apply to both public and private roadways, condominium roadways, where names are deemed necessary. The Township shall not be responsible or liable for any costs to the owner associated with street name changes Guiding Principles The criteria for the selection of street names by Staff for presentation to Council shall be as follows: 1. Duplicate names or names too similar will not be considered to prevent confusion for emergency and municipal services (i.e. Sylvan Glen Road, Sylvan Beach Road) 2. The proposed street names must not contain any symbols (such as #, &, - , etc.). 3. There shall be no use of awkward, corrupt, discriminatory or derogatory names, in regard to race, gender, colour, creed, political affiliation or other social factors 4. The owner, developer or applicant shall give consideration to names of locally important families, war veterans, local heroes or historical places or events of significance
The City of Rancho Mirage establishes standards and procedures for naming and changing street names through Chapter 12.06 of its municipal code. The policy aims to ensure that street names are clear, easy to pronounce, and reflect the characteristics, environment, and heritage of the city. All proposed street names or changes to existing names must be submitted to the Planning Division of the Community Development Department. New public street names and name changes are reviewed and approved by the Planning Commission according to the procedures outlined in the municipal code. The policy also requires that street names avoid duplication or phonetic similarity with existing names in the city or surrounding region, support clear addressing for public safety and emergency response, and maintain continuity along aligned streets. Street names may reference desert themes, historical significance, or development themes and must comply with established naming standards and classifications.
The City of Rancho Palos Verdes established a policy to guide the naming and renaming of City parks, facilities, and other public spaces. The purpose of the policy is to ensure that naming decisions are made through a structured process that reflects the community’s history, values, and contributions.
The policy allows parks and facilities to be named after geographic locations, natural features, historical references, or individuals and organizations that have made significant contributions to the community or to the development of the facility. Naming may also recognize individuals who have provided substantial financial support or donations toward the development or maintenance of a public facility.
Requests for naming or renaming a facility must be reviewed by City staff and may involve community input before being forwarded for official consideration. The City Council has the final authority to approve any naming decision. The policy also emphasizes that naming decisions should preserve community identity, avoid duplication of existing names, and ensure that names remain respectful and appropriate for public spaces.
The City of Red Bluff establishes formal procedures for naming and renaming streets, alleys, public buildings, parks, and recreational facilities through its municipal code. Requests for naming or renaming must be submitted in writing to the Community Development Director and are first referred to the Planning Commission for review and recommendation. If the proposal involves facilities under the authority of the Parks and Recreation Commission, that body must also review the request before it is forwarded to the Planning Commission.
In evaluating proposed names, the Planning Commission considers several policy guidelines, including avoiding names that may cause confusion with existing streets or public facilities, ensuring that names assist with public safety identification, and promoting names that reference geographic features, local history, or individuals who made significant contributions to the community. Following the Planning Commission’s recommendation, the matter is forwarded to the City Council, which has the authority to affirm the recommendation, request further review, or make a final decision on the naming or renaming of the facility.
