Home Improvement Permits
Guides and Checklists
Helpful Resources for Home Improvement Projects
- Who can obtain a Building Permit? (PDF)
- What is Exempt from Building Permits? (PDF)
- When is a Licensed Professional Required? (PDF)
- ePermit Center Help and How to Guides
- Sanitary Districts Contact Information (PDF)
- School Development Fee Information (PDF)
- Special Inspection Requirements (PDF)
- Stormwater Pollution Prevention Program (PDF)
- When is a Business License Required for a Contractor (PDF)
- Home Remodeling Projects
- Landscaping Projects
- Home Additions
- Sustainable Homes
- Gas And Electrical Projects
Home Remodeling Projects
- Bathroom Remodel Requirements (PDF)
- Garage Conversion Requirements (PDF)
- Kitchen Remodel Requirements (PDF)
- Skylight Requirements (PDF)
- Residential Re-Roof Requirements (PDF)
- Window Replacement Requirements (PDF)
- Wood Burning Appliances and Fireplaces (PDF)
- Water- Sewer Piping Requirements (PDF)
- Plumbing Fixture Certificate (PDF)
- Work Exempt from Permits (PDF) ** NOTE** Please call (925) 674-7200 for clarification of cabinet remodel/addition
Landscaping Projects
- Trellises, Arbors, & Pergolas (PDF)
- Water Efficient Landscaping Requirements (PDF)
- Retaining Walls (PDF)
- Residential Gray Water - Clothes Washer System (PDF)
- Urban Farm Animal Summary
- Living with Creeks Referral Guidance (PDF)
- Do I need a Grading Permit? (PDF)
- Do I need a Drainage Plan? (PDF)
Pool and Spas
Home Additions and Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs)
- Fire Sprinklers - Do I need them in an Addition or ADU? (PDF)
- Do I need a geotechnical or soils report for my project? (PDF)
- What if my addition will be used as a new unit? More Information ADUs