No marked, altered, or paste-on plans will be accepted. You may be required to retain a registered architect or professional engineer to compile your building plans if plans are inadequate or if required by the Business and Professional Code. A plan check fee will be required at the time of plan submission. Processing your building permit application varies with the seasonal work load and the complications involved with your project. The plans will be checked for compliance with the Uniform Building Code, Zoning Ordinance, and the Health Codes, etc.
Normal processing takes two to four weeks.
Any remaining fees, including the building inspection fee, are payable prior to issuance of the building permit. If needed, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical permits can be issued with the building permit. For single family dwellings, the best reference is Dwelling Construction Under the Uniform Building Code or your public library. The name of the person who prepared the plans must appear on the first sheet. If the drawings are prepared by a California licensed architect or registered professional engineer, that person must sign and seal all drawings and calculations as appropriate.