Nicholas Liguori, AICP, was selected as the Community Development Director in June 2023. In this role, he oversees the Planning, and Building and Safety Divisions. Nicholas is a skilled leader and planner who has successfully overseen communitywide projects, negotiated major development agreements, and strategically led the City of Chino through its growing development. Nicholas has extensive experience in strategic planning, land use, zoning policy development, and community engagement.
Experience
Prior to joining the City of Chino Hills, he spent nearly 20 years in various positions with the City of Chino’s Development Services Department, most recently as Director of Development Services for five years and as Community Development Director for four years prior to that. Nicholas successfully led the City through a comprehensive General Plan update and two Housing Element updates, which has proven to be instrumental as the City of Chino Hills recently completed a General Plan Update and implemented new Housing and Safety Elements.
Education and Affiliations
Nicholas earned a master’s degree in public administration from California State University, Northridge and a bachelor’s degree in urban and regional planning from the California Polytechnic State University, Pomona. He is also a Certified Planner through the American Institute of Certified Planners.