Regulatory Highlights
- Construction of a new building or structure
- Activities to remodel, expand or otherwise physically change a building or structure (including plumbing, mechanical and electrical modifications)
- Demolition of a building or structure
- Any change in the use or occupancy of a building or structure
What you must do:
- Obtain a Building Permit prior to beginning construction or other regulated activities
- Submit plans for building department review & approval (fire department review & approval is also required; other reviews & approvals, such as from the Environmental Management or Planning Departments, may also apply)
- Undergo inspections during the construction process
- Gain a Certificate of Occupancy consistent with the building’s permitted use prior to occupying any structure or opening for business
Primary Regulatory Agencies:
Local - In the unincorporated area of Sacramento County:
County of Sacramento Building Permits and InspectionBranch Center Building Assistance Center
9700 Goethe Road
Sacramento CA 95827
(916) 875-5296
(916) 854-9228 Fax
Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Downtown Building Assistance Center827 7th Street, Room 102
Sacramento CA 95814
(916) 875-5296
(916) 854-9229 Fax
Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
North Area Service Center3331 Peacekeeper Way
Sacramento, CA 95652
(916) 874-2424
(916) 874-2632
Permit Counter open Wednesday and Thursday
Hours 9:00 a.m. to noon - Closed for lunch 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
East Area Service Center5229 Hazel Ave, Suite B
Fair Oaks, CA 95628
(916) 876-5622
(916) 875-1537 Fax
Permit Counter open Monday and Tuesday
Hours: 9:00 a.m. to noon - Closed for lunch 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
In the City of Sacramento:City of Sacramento Building Inspection: (916) 808-2534 or (916) 808-5656 or toll free at (866) EZ PERMIT
Downtown Permit Center
915 I Street, Sacramento, CA 95814
North Area Permit Center
2101 Arena Blvd, Suite 200, Sacramento, CA 95834
City of Citrus Heights: (916) 727-4760
City of Elk Grove: (916) 478-2235
City of Folsom: (916) 351-3555
City of Galt: (209) 366-7200
City of Rancho Cordova: (916) 851-8760
State
California Building Standards Commission
2525 Natomas Park Drive, Suite 130, Sacramento, CA 95833
(916) 263-0916
State of California Housing & Community Development Department
Mobile Home & Special Occupancy Parks
1800 Third Street, Sacramento, CA 95814
(916) 445-4782