As of October 1, 2022, the Building Division is pleased to offer in-person over-the-counter appointments on Thursday mornings for same-day permit issuance of:
Permitting Process
As of October 1, 2022, the Building Division is pleased to offer improvements to Tuesday Solar permits! In-person over-the-counter appointments on Tuesday mornings for same-day permit issuance of:
Typical plan review turnaround time: First Review: 10 working days Second Review:5 working days Third Review: 3 working days
Larger Plan Review turnaround time: First Review: 6 weeks Second Review:4 weeks Third Review: 2 weeks
The property owner, an authorized agent, or a licensed contractor is the only person who can legally apply for a building permit. Upon approval of the application and issuance of the permit, the applicant/contractor has 365 days (12 months) to commence work on the project, otherwise, the permit automatically expires.
Fees (as of 9/1/22)
Residential Re-Roof: $270 (up to 2,000 sf roof area) + $90/each add’l 1,000 sf or fraction thereof Permit Processing Fee: $75 Accelerated Outside contractor business license processing fee (if needing expediting processing): $60 General Plan Maintenance Fee: 10% of permit fee Technology Fee: 10% of plan review and permit fee Strong Motion Instrumentation (SMI) Fee: refer to item D.7 in Building Fee Schedule Building Standards (SB 1473) Fee Calculation Fee: refer to item D.8 in Building Fee Schedule
Replacement of Water Heater Tank with On Demand Water Heater
Fees (as of 9/1/22) Water Heater Change Out Fee: $135 Permit Processing Fee: $75 Accelerated Outside contractor business license processing fee (if needing expediting processing): $60 General Plan Maintenance Fee: 10% of permit fee Technology Fee: 10% of plan review and permit fee Strong Motion Instrumentation (SMI) Fee: refer to item D.7 in Building Fee Schedule Building Standards (SB 1473) Fee Calculation Fee: refer to item D.8 in Building Fee Schedule
Residential Generators
Fees (as of 9/1/22) Generator Fee: $180 Permit Processing Fee: $75 Accelerated Outside contractor business license processing fee (if needing expediting processing): $60 General Plan Maintenance Fee: 10% of permit fee Technology Fee: 10% of plan review and permit fee Strong Motion Instrumentation (SMI) Fee: refer to item D.7 in Building Fee Schedule Building Standards (SB 1473) Fee Calculation Fee: refer to item D.8 in Building Fee Schedule
Fees (as of 9/1/22) Electric Vehicle Charger: $180 Permit Processing Fee: $75 Accelerated Outside contractor business license processing fee (if needing expediting processing): $60 General Plan Maintenance Fee: 10% of permit fee Technology Fee: 10% of plan review and permit fee Strong Motion Instrumentation (SMI) Fee: refer to item D.7 in Building Fee Schedule Building Standards (SB 1473) Fee Calculation Fee: refer to item D.8 in Building Fee Schedule
Swimming pool alarms. Swimming pool alarms that when placed in pools, will sound upon detection of accidental or unauthorized entrance into the water. These pool alarms shall meet and be independently certified to the ASTM F 2208 which includes surface motion, pressure, sonar, laser, and infrared type alarms. For purposes of this section, “swimming pool alarms” shall not include swimming protection alarm devices designed for individual use, such as an alarm attached to a child that sounds when the child exceeds a certain distance or becomes submerged in water.
Gates. Any access gates shall be equipped with self-closing, self-latching devices, and open outwardly, with a release mechanism placed no lower than 60 inches above the ground.
Fees (as of 9/1/22) Swimming Pool/Spa Change Out/Replaster: $180 Permit Processing Fee: $75 Accelerated Outside contractor business license processing fee (if needing expediting processing): $60 General Plan Maintenance Fee: 10% of permit fee Technology Fee: 10% of plan review and permit fee Strong Motion Instrumentation (SMI) Fee: refer to item D.7 in Building Fee Schedule Building Standards (SB 1473) Fee Calculation Fee: refer to item D.8 in Building Fee Schedule
Fees (as of 9/1/22) Window/Door Fee:
Permit Processing Fee: $75 Accelerated Outside contractor business license processing fee (if needing expediting processing): $60 General Plan Maintenance Fee: 10% of permit fee Technology Fee: 10% of plan review and permit fee Strong Motion Instrumentation (SMI) Fee: refer to item D.7 in Building Fee Schedule Building Standards (SB 1473) Fee Calculation Fee: refer to item D.8 in Building Fee Schedule
Residential Rooftop Solar (under 15kw): $315 Permit Processing Fee: $75 Accelerated Outside contractor business license processing fee (if needing expediting processing): $60 General Plan Maintenance Fee: 10% of permit fee Technology Fee: 10% of plan review and permit fee Strong Motion Instrumentation (SMI) Fee: refer to item D.7 in Building Fee Schedule Building Standards (SB 1473) Fee Calculation Fee: refer to item D.8 in Building Fee Schedule
The owner, an authorized agent, or a licensed contractor is the only person who can legally apply for a building permit. Upon approval of the application and issuance of the permit, the applicant/contractor has 365 days (12 months) to commence work on the project, otherwise, the permit automatically expires.
Plot Plan showing the size, position and setbacks of the proposed project in relation to existing buildings, property lines, and public utility easements. This plan is to be drawn to a scale of 1:20, which means 1 inch is equal to 20 feet.
Foundation Plan indicating the type and size of footing used and the pad/finish floor grades.
Framing Section showing sizes of framing members and methods of assembly and, if required, the R-value of insulation being used.
Floor Plan detailing the location of walls, supports, size and location of doors, windows, electrical outlets, heater, plumbing fixtures, smoke detectors and the square footage of the project.
Roof Framing Plan showing details of framing, type of sheathing, nailing pattern, roof pitch and type of roof covering.
Applicants with "covered projects" are required to submit a Waste Management Plan to the Building Division online using the City’s waste tracking system (Green Halo Systems). You will need to create an account if you haven't yet done so. Helpful Handouts (coming soon!)