PERMITS AND INSPECTIONS ARE REQUIRED FOR THE FOLLOWING: New Attached or Detached Buildings and Structures (Residential and Non-Residential) with a floor area greater than 120 square feet Tenant Improvements. Roof and Ground Mount Solar Installation.
The County of San Bernardino's EZOP website simplifies your search for project information by centralizing handouts and descriptions of development and construction-related permits and activities. Are you building a high rise? Renovating a house? Installing a new water heater?
To view a list of permits which have been issued: go to EZ Online Permitting and select “Permits Issued Report” from the “Permits” drop down menu. You are able to search for permits by date range and zip code.
A Residential Accessory permit is required prior to any construction of residential accessory structures greater than 120 square feet. The definition of Accessory Structure is any structure accessory to and incidental to that of the dwelling(s) and that is located on the same lot.
A Residential Accessory permit is required prior to any construction of residential accessory structures greater than 120 square feet.
A Building Permit is required for an owner or contractor of a property to construct any residential building with a floor area greater than 120 square feet. Prior to starting construction you will be required to submit plans and any necessary supporting documentation for review and approval by the County.
Can I pull my permit myself as an owner/builder or do I need a contractor? In California, most construction work is required to be performed by a licensed contractor. In certain instances, the owner of the property may secure a permit as an owner-builder, but there are strict limitations on when this may occur.
If you have any questions related to the submission of this application, please contact Land Use Services Department for assistance at (909) 387-8311.
Yes, the San Bernardino County rules allow tiny houses to be used as accessory dwelling units as well.