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Initial Submittal Requirements

Completed Permit Application(s) Completed Plan Check Submittal Form Minimum of Planning approval of the Certificate of Occupancy (for non-residential projects if applicable) Submittal of plans and specifications Applicable documentation including structural calculations and Title 24 energy calculations (2 sets of each) Mechanical, electrical and plumbing plans, where required, must be submitted separately

Plan Requirements

Plans shall be on a minimum 18″ x 24″ paper for archiving Plans and specifications shall be drawn to scale Plans shall be of sufficient clarity to indicate the location, nature, and extent of the work proposed Plans shall show in detail that the project will conform to the provisions of the applicable building codes … Continued

How to get started

In order for a construction permit to be issued and the work to be properly inspected, plans must be prepared and submitted to the city for review and approval.  Plan check involves review of the submitted plans by various city departments to meet its respective code requirements.  Once the plans have been approved by all … Continued

What qualifies as an activity that benefits low income persons?

In order to qualify as an activity benefiting very low and low income person, at least 51% of the people benefiting from the program must be low-or very low-income families or individuals. For activities that benefit specific individuals or families, e.g. childcare centers, 51% or more of the people or families using the center must … Continued

What is the purpose of the program?

Benefit very low income and low income persons; Prevent or eliminate slums or blight, as defined by HUD; or Meet urgent needs that are federally declared disasters such as earthquakes or floods.

Certificate of Occupancy

Residential projects will not receive a Certificate of Occupancy as your signed job card is your proof of final inspection/approval.

Final Inspection

Schedule an inspection online for final inspection when the construction has been completed. All external surfaces must be painted, or otherwise sealed, weather-stripping must be installed on all new windows and doors, and all electrical or plumbing fixtures have been installed. Interior painting, wallpapering, or carpeting need not be complete. Smoke detectors must be installed … Continued

What is a permit?

A permit is an official document or certificate issued by the City which authorizes performance of a specified activity. Permits help to ensure that minimum codes, regulations, local ordinances and safety requirements are properly followed in residential and commercial structures. There are several different types of permits, based on the type of construction: Building Permits … Continued

What types of inspections are required?

Grading Permit: If a grading permit is required for your project, inspections are clearance of the initial grading work by a Public Works inspector will precede any building construction inspections. Foundation inspection: When the excavation for footings is complete and footing forms and required reinforcing steel and structural embedments are in place, but before any … Continued

When are inspections required?

All construction or work for which a permit is required is subject to one or more inspections by the Building Safety Division. All such construction or work shall remain accessible and exposed for inspection purposes until approved by the Building Official. In addition, certain types of construction shall have inspections by deputy building inspectors, as … Continued

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