Building Permits are required for new constructions, additions, alterations, and demolition/removal of a building or structure. Building plans shall be filed and approved by the Department (as a Building Plan Check) before any permit is issued for the following: New building or structure.
Reporting Unlicensed Activity The best way to let CSLB know about unlicensed activity on an active job site is by completing the SWIFT Lead Referral form.
Call to have a Complaint Form mailed to you 1-800-321-CSLB (2752), OR.
In California, contractors need a C-27 license to provide specialized landscaping services. We won't go too deeply into the C-27 license here – you can check out our post about the class C-27 Landscaping License to brush up on the type of work it covers and how to secure this license.
Reporting Unlicensed Activity The best way to let CSLB know about unlicensed activity on an active job site is by completing the SWIFT Lead Referral form. After completing the form you may attach it to an email and send it to the appropriate SWIFT office.
Under BPC 7028, contracting without a license is a misdemeanor offense. A first conviction for the offense is punishable by: Imprisonment in the county jail for up to six months; and/or, A fine of up to $5,000.
(b)(1) The retention proceeds withheld from any payment by a public entity from the original contractor, by the original contractor from any subcontractor, and by a subcontractor from any subcontractor thereunder shall not exceed 5 percent of the payment.
Construction Project Planning Steps Meet with Stakeholders to Gather Requirements. Conduct a Feasibility Study. Perform a Site Analysis. Define the Project Scope with a Work Breakdown Structure. Conduct a Material Takeoff. Make a Bill of Quantities. Request Vendor Quotes. Estimate Costs of Materials and Labor.
The small project exemption applies for all public works projects that do not exceed: $25,000 for new construction, alteration, installation, demolition or repair. $15,000 for maintenance.