Building Permit Application - CaliforniaCity

The Building & Safety Division of the Public Works Department is responsible for the administration and enforcement of the California Building Codes and related Federal, State, and City adopted laws and ordinances. This responsibility includes compliance with state mandates assuring all structures meet or exceed the minimum life safety standards of codes, laws, and ordinances. The Building Division assures these standards are met by providing organized procedures for reviewing and approving plans and specifications, issuing permits, and providing building inspections.

Building inspections are made during the construction phase of development by the City's Building Inspectors. Periodic site visits are made to ensure that projects are proceeding consistent with approved plans.

To schedule a building inspection, please contact

Tiffany Carter, Building Inspector from 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM at O:(760) 338-1498 / C: (760) 338-8387.

The Building Department will be CLOSED alternate Fridays and ALL Federal Holidays.

Before building construction can occur, plans must be prepared and submitted to the Planning Department to be reviewed for compliance with zoning regulations.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

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ENCROACHMENT PERMIT CHANGES (07/07/2022)

Effective immediately the Encroachment Permit process is changing. To obtain an encroachment permit the contractor will need to provide to the City

1. Liability Insurance indemnifying the City

2. Performance bond for the completion of the project.

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Do I Need A Permit?

(ALL APPLICATIONS & FORMS LOCATED AT BOTTOM OF PAGE)

Exempt- No Residential building permits are required the following projects (ONLY).

• Cosmetic work, e.g. carpeting, painting, trim, and wall covering
• One story detached accessory buildings not on a permanent foundation such as a shed not exceeding 120 square feet (Shell Only)
• Platforms, walkways, and driveways no more than 30 inches above ground, 10 feet from the curb face and not over a basement or story below
• Window awning project no more than 54 inches

*ANY WORK DONE WITHOUT A PERMIT WILL BE SUBJECT TO PENALTIES OF UP TO $1000.00 PER INCIDENT

RESIDENTIAL: $500 OR DOUBLE THE PERMIT FEE (WHICHEVER IS GREATER)

cOMMERCIAL: $1000 OR DOUBLE THE PERMIT FEE (WHICHEVER IS GREATER)

***Please Note, All work in Commercial locations requires a building permit.

Over the Counter-Same Day Processing

• Any electrical, plumbing and mechanical upgrades or repairs
• Re-roofing (both overlay and tear-off)
• Fireplace installation
• Portable spas

Fast Track- 5-10 working days

• Garages, storage buildings, decks, carports, patio covers
• Additions to single family dwellings
• Minor structural repair
• Foundation replacement/repair
• Single family dwelling of conventional light frame construction
• Residential Swimming pools and spas

Normal Processing- Depending on size of project (approximately 4 weeks)

• Major alterations, additions, and structural upgrading
• Second story additions
• Projects that require planning review and approval (i.e. setbacks, heights, and land use)

*Please contact us if you are unsure if your project requires a permit.

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BUILDING STAFF:

Joe Barragan/Building OfficialPhone: 760-373-7162E-Mail: [email protected]

Tiffany Carter/Building InspectorPhone: O: 760-338-1498 C: 760-338-8387E-Mail: [email protected]

Susie Weber/Building Admin SecretaryPhone: 760-373-7152E-Mail: sweber@californiacity-ca.gov

BUILDING DEPARTMENTS HOURS

Monday - Thursday 8:30AM - 5:00PM

(BUILDING DEPT CLOSED ON ALTERNATE FRIDAYS AND ALL FEDERAL HOLIDAYS)

INSPECTIONS:

Inspections: Monday through Thursday 10:00 am-12:00 pm or 2:00 to 4:00 pm

***No Inspections on Friday's.

Must call 24 Hours in advance for inspection with written/verbal confirmation.

Phone: 760-338-8387Fax 760-373-7532E-Mail: [email protected]

Related Links

• International Code Council
• Contractors State License Board