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How Much Does a Permit Cost?

Building permit fees vary according to the scope of work. Please call the Permit Counter at (714) 647-5800 for building permit fee information.  Itemized fees are charged for electrical, plumbing, and mechanical permits.  These fees can be found directly on the corresponding application.

How Long Does it Take to Get a Permit?

Some permits can be issued same day, over-the-counter such as: simple water heater change outs, residential service meter upgrades, minor reroofs, restucco, patio covers and swimming pools. Other projects may require that plans be submitted for plan review. Other Agency approvals such as Planning, Public Works, Fire, Police, and the Health Department may be required. … Continued

Who May Draw the Plans?

Plans for projects such as room additions usually can be drawn by qualified individuals such as a draftsperson. Larger projects may require plans to be prepared and signed by an architect or engineer licensed by the State of California. For patio covers and garages, the City has standard plans that you may follow. This standard … Continued

When is a Permit Required?

Any owner or authorized agent who intends to construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, demolish, or change the occupancy of a building or structure, or to erect, install, enlarge, alter, repair, remove, convert or replace any electrical, gas, mechanical or plumbing system, the installation of which is regulated by code, or to cause any such work … Continued

When is a Permit NOT Required?

Work exempt from permit includes the following: One story detached accessory structures used as a tool or storage shed, playhouses and similar uses, provided the floor area does not exceed 120 square feet. Fences not over seven (7) feet high (A front-yard fence permit is required from the Planning Division for fences located in the front yard) Oil … Continued

Who Can Obtain a Permit?

Many types of permits may be issued to the owner of the property or authorized agent, or to a licensed contractor. Photovoltaic (Solar) permits shall only be issued to a licensed contractor. The appropriately licensed contractor must provide proof of licensing, available for verification through the California Contractors State Licensing Board and the contractor must obtain a … Continued

When Are Inspections Required?

Inspections are required at various times during the course of construction, depending on the scope of work.  Please see the attached handout for more information on what work must be completed at each point in the inspections process.

What if I get an electronic virus?

All equipment provided is guaranteed to be 100% virus free when delivered to you. If you get a virus while using the laptop simply reboot the unit and that will eliminate the virus. Be careful to save anything that you’ve created on the laptop as that will also be erased.

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