FAQ's

What Are Our Current Days and Hours of Operation?

Why Do I Need To Obtain A Building Permit?

Who May Apply For A Permit?

How Many Sets Of Plans Are Required For Submittal?

What Building Work Would Not Require A Building Permit?

What Electrical Work Would Not Require A Building Permit?

What Mechanical Work Would Not Require A Building Permit?

What Plumbing Work Would Not Require A Building Permit?

If I Am Located Within An Architectural Committee, Does The Committee Need To Review The Plans Before I Submit Them For A Permit?

View our current list of active architectural committees.

What are the Minimum Requirements for a Certificate of Occupany?

How Long Is A Permit Good For?

How Do I Renew A Permit?

What Forms of Payment Does the Building & Safety Department Accept?

Can I Search for a Building Permit?  Please See Our Permit Search Page.
You can search by Address, Assessor Parcel Number or Permit Number

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