Why do I need a Permit? Residential Work – Decks, garages, ALL type of fences, culverts, water heaters, fireplaces, pools & pool barriers, patio enclosure, etc.
The quick and simple answer is: you usually don't need a permit if the shed is 120 square feet or less. In California, most jurisdictions have adopted the 120 square foot rule. If your shed area is larger than 120 square feet, it needs a building permit.
Any shed or structure that is greater than 200 square feet requires a building permit. If a storage shed is equal to or under 200 square feet, no permit is required.
Application for permit or notice to the building official is not required for ordinary repairs to structural, replacement of lamps or the connection of approved portable electrical equipment to approved permanently installed receptacles.
Building permits are required for all structures with the exception of a structure that is less than 200 square feet with no electrical, plumbing or mechanical.
Building permits are required for all structures with the exception of a structure that is less than 200 square feet with no electrical, plumbing or mechanical.
Once a building permit is issued, a building permit record is created by the municipality. These building permits are public records and technically attainable by anyone wanting to view them.
Can't Find Your Documents? Choose “Historical Plan Document” from the Search Type. Enter the permit or planning case number in the “Plan Number” field. Click Search. Documents will appear on the right. Click a document to open it.