Other Department Approvals
Plans must be reviewed and approved by the following City agencies prior to permit issuance: City Agency Phone Number … Continued
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Resubmittal Requirements
Transmittal with permit/plan check number referenced Written response to plan check comments Original plan check markup plan set (3) sets of revised plans for architectural and structural plans (2) sets of revised plans for mechanical, electrical, or plumbing plans
Number of Plans
The number of plans required varies by project. Click here for a list of plan types and the number of sets required. For projects requiring fire review by the Orange County Fire Authority (OCFA), an additional (2) sets and an electronic copy are required for OCFA per OCFA handout.
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