Commercial

Step 1.REGISTER AS A USER

For first time users, as noted above, you will need to register for a new account with our Online Permitting System. If you have an account, please continue with Step 2 below.

To create an account, click on "Apply Online" above to be routed to the Online Permitting System login page. Click on "CREATE AN ACCOUNT" in the lower right corner, and register with your email address.

You will be asked to provide the following information to open an account.

1. Choose a username and password
2. Personal and Contact Information
3. License Numbers if you are registering as a licensed professional

After you register, you'll receive a confirmation email.

Once you confirm your account, you're ready to apply.

Step 2.MAKE SURE YOU HAVE TIME TO APPLY

Building Permit applications take about 20 minutes to complete. If you are unable to complete the application you can save your progress and return at a later time, however, the application will not be reviewed until it is submitted.

Step 3.SUBMIT APPLICATION

The following items are required to submit an application: 

1. A complete set of legible construction drawings, drawn to scale, prepared by a designer, to include:
   1. Site plan
   2. A complete floor plan, including room usage, existing plan, and complete dimensions (Note: for remodels and additions, the existing and proposed floor plans must be shown in their entirety.)
   3. Plumbing and mechanical plans, including ventilation
   4. Structural plans
   5. Electrical plans, including a complete one-line diagram of the service and feeders
   6. Disable Access compliance
2. Solis report per 1803.1 through 1803.7
3. Structural calculations, prepared by a California architect or engineer
4. If prefabricated trusses are included in the scope of work, all truss calculations, prepared by a California licensed designer, shall be submitted
5. Energy calculations with all required forms imprinted on the drawings
6. Structures within a flood or fire hazard zone shall be designed in accordance with San Joaquin County Ordinances. For information regarding flood zones, please contact the Department of Public Works. For information regarding fire hazard zones, please contact the Fire Prevention Bureau or your local fire department
7. Hazardous Materials Disclosure Form

Step 4.INTAKE AND PLAN CHECK

Building staff will review your submitted application and documents for completeness. You will be notified by email when additional information or action is required. Once your application is determined to be complete, and the appropriate fees have been paid, your application and plans will be submitted for plan review. Log into your Accela account to track the progress of your project as it advances through the plan review process. Upon approval, staff will provide you with the applicable requirements for permit issuance.

Step 5.NEXT STEPS:

1. Staff will contact you by email to complete the intake process.
2. When your application is accepted, you will be notified to pay fees online.
3. Upon approval, staff will contact you for applicable permit issuance steps.