Permit Center
The New 2025 California Building Code went into effect on January 1, 2026.
December 23, 2025 was the last day that you could have paid and submitted a complete package for permitting under the 2022 Building Code.
The Permit Center Hours
- Plan Check Hours:
- Monday - Thursday: 8:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m., 1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
- Fridays: 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
- Closures
- Daily: 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
- Fridays: after 1:00 p.m.
- 2nd Thursday Monthly from 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Application Forms
- Building Permit Application (PDF)
- Business License Application Form (PDF)
- Permit Revision Application (PDF)
- ReRoof Questionnaire (PDF)
- Encroachment Permit (PDF)
- Grading Permit Application (PDF)
- Planning Application Form (PDF)
- Preliminary Housing Development Application, Checklist and Standards
- Sign Permit Application (PDF)
- Temporary Parklet Permit Application
- Temporary Sign Application (PDF)
- Addendum for Owner/Builders (PDF)
- Tree Removal Permit Application (PDF)
- Tree Removal Requirements (PDF)
Other Forms
- Special Inspection and Observation Program (PDF)
- Options for Qualifying Special Inspection and Testing Companies (PDF)
- Smoke and Carbon Declaration Form (PDF)
- Electrical Load Calculations (PDF)
- Unreasonable Hardship Form (PDF)
- Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance Prescriptive Compliance Plan Review (PDF)
- Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance Performance Compliance Plan Review (PDF)
PERMIT APPLICATION FEE
Permit fees vary based on application type. Fees will be determined after the application is initially reviewed and collected before permit issuance. For a range of fees based on application type, please view our Master Fee Schedule (PDF).
Steps to Secure a Permit
- Review your zoning and find your setback requirements to understand where you can build. Contact the Planning Division 925-314-3310 if you have questions.
- Review the Permit Directory (below) for Submittal Requirements and project information. Contact the Permit Center 925-314-3330 if you have questions. Commercial projects can schedule a Business Concierge meeting to receive a specific checklist of submittal requirements for your commercial project.
- Central Contra Costa Sanitary District (CCCSD) approval is required for some projects. Be sure to have CCCSD review/stamp your plans prior to submitting an application with the Town. CCCSD approval is required for the projects including the scope listed below but is not limited to:
- Adding, relocating, or removing fixtures to public sanitary sewer system
- Expanding the structure beyond the existing building footprint (e.g. an addition, covered patio, etc.)
- Adding a generator or ground mounted solar/PV array
- Adding an attached or detached structure to the property (e.g. deck, gazebo, ADU, carport)
- Complete a Building Application Permit (PDF). For Other Permit types, please see application forms listed under the Permit Directory.
- Review the Outside Agency Checklist (PDF) for other agencies that may apply to your project.
- Submit Application and/or Plans to Permit Center. This can be done through an appointment at the Permit Center or Online Permit Portal (only residential projects and encroachment permits are accepted online currently). Instructions for submitting an application online can be found on our Online Permit Instructions page.
Permit Directory
Most residential projects, commercial projects and encroachment permits are currently accepted through our online portal. In order to submit a permit online you will have to Register an account with the Online Permit Center Portal.
Types of Permits
| PROJECT TYPE | Submittal Requirements /Project Information |
|---|---|
| New Single Family Dwelling, NSFD Apply | |
| Accessory Dwelling Units, ADU (A self-contained living unit on the same property as the main home. Sometimes referred to as an in-law unit or granny unit.) Apply | |
| Accessory Structure (e.g. sheds, garages, gazebos, cabanas, and other structures that are detached from the main residence) Apply | |
| Residential Additions (e.g. adding room(s) to the main residence that increases the existing square footage of the home) Apply | |
| Residential Interior Alterations/Remodels Apply |
If remodel is a like-for-like see below: |
| Residential Retaining Wall Apply | |
| Window/Door/Skylight Replacement Apply | |
| Residential Electrical Projects Apply | |
| Residential Plumbing Projects Apply | |
| Residential New Pool / SPA, Apply | Guidelines: |
| Residential Remodel Pool/Spa Apply | |
| Residential Pool Demolition Apply | |
| Residential Roof Replacement Apply | |
| Residential Solar/PV System Apply | |
| Residential HVAC - Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning Apply | |
| Multiple Family Units |
| PROJECT TYPE | Submittal Requirements /Project Information |
|---|
| New Commercial Building or Addition to an Existing Commercial Building | Commercial Building Submittal Requirements (PDF) |
| Tenant Improvement | Tenant Improvement Submittal Requirements (PDF) |
| Demolition | Building Demolition Guidelines (PDF) PCBs Screening Assessment is Required for all Building Demolition Permits. Please complete the PCBs Screening Assessment form located in the Building Demolition Guidelines PDF. |
| Commercial HVAC | |
| Commercial Re-roof | Include verification of roof material type and color, (photo pdf or MSDS). |
| Sign Installation | Sign Installation Submittal Requirements(PDF) |
| PROJECT TYPE | Submittal Requirements /Project Information |
|---|
| Alarm Permit | Required by residences and commercial businesses with alarm systems |
| Business License | Business License Portal Business License Application (PDF) |
| Development Plan Encroachment Permit Apply | Development Plan Requirements (PDF) Please submit the following form and select Development Plan: Planning Application Form (PDF) Required for any work to be performed in the public right of way Encroachment Permit Application Form (PDF) |
| Grading Permit | Grading Permit Application (PDF) |
| Land Use Permit Parking Permit | Land Use Permit Requirements (PDF) Please submit the following form and select Land Use Permit: Planning Application Form (PDF) |
| Sign Permit | Sign Permit Application (PDF) |
| Tree Removal Permit | Tree Removal Requirements (PDF) Tree Removal Application Form (PDF) |
| Variance | Variance Application Requirements (PDF) Please submit the following form and select Variance: Planning Application Form (PDF) |