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Building Division
Welcome to the Building Division
Responsibilities
Under the direction of the Community Development Director, the Building & Safety Division ensures that the construction of all buildings and structures within the city are built in compliance with applicable codes and standards. This division is responsible for permit issuance, plan review, and inspections.
California Building Standards Code - (https://www.dgs.ca.gov/bsc/codes)
City staff are available by phone, email, and through the permit center portal. Please be specific in your inquiry, provide detailed information, and include an address or location. A staff member will assist you as soon as possible.
ASK A COUNTER QUESTION
Our building permit application and several handouts/reference materials are available. on the city's website and at the City Hall permit counter.
Refer to Permits and Handouts.
When Permits Are Required
Permits are required when any owner, contractor, or authorized agent who intends to construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, demolish, or change the occupancy of a building or structure, or to erect, install, enlarge, alter, repair, remove, covert or replace any electrical, gas, mechanical, or plumbing system, the installation of which is regulated by this code, or to cause any such to be done, shall first make application to the building official and obtain the required permits.
Fountain Valley's Permit Center
Fountain Valley's Permit Center is the City's electronic plan check and permit system which allows you to submit a permit application and plans for plan review and the ability to request an inspection.
A portal account with the email address associated with your permit is required.
Additional information may be found at Building Inspections.
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