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Building and Safety Forms / Fees / Applications
Forms and Applications
A building permit is required before you undertake most types of construction. Below are forms and applications you will need to complete and submit to the Building Department prior to obtaining a building permit, or starting construction. Click on the PDFs below for printable versions of the forms.
Handouts
The Building Division has a wide selection of handouts that will help you through your construction or home improvemenet project. Click on the PDFs below to check out our "Virtual Library" of information.
- Accessible Parking
- Accessory Structures/Garden Features in Single Family Zones
- Asbestos in the Home
- AQMD
- California Code Permit Exemptions
- Egress Windows
- Excavation and Grading Operations
- Free Standing Patio
- Gas Line Tie-In
- General Guidelines Constituting a Habitable Dwelling
- The Homeowner's Guide to Earthquake Safety
- Kitchen and Bath Remodels
- Masonry Garden Wall
- Residential HVAC Alterations
- Mechanical Permits
- Patio Covers
- Pool and Spa Safety
- Lead Safe Certified Guide to Renovate Right
- Pilaster
- Private Swimming Pool Demolition
- Ramp Accessibility
- Basic Re-roofing Criteria
- Residential Cool Roof
- Retaining Wall
- Residential Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detector Requirements
- Spark Arrestor
- T-Bar Suspension System
- Building Safety & Fire Requirements for Tents
- Toilet Rooms
- What You Should Know Before Hiring a Contractor
- Water Heater Earthquake Bracing
- Water Service Re-Pipe
- Window Flashing