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Building & Permitting

The Building Division helps protect the health, safety, and general welfare as they relate to the construction and occupancy of buildings and structures.

Customer Self-Service Portal

Apply for permits & request inspections

Building Permit Guidelines & Checklist

More information

Building Codes

View codes

Building FAQs

More information

Do I Need a Permit?

View checklist

The Permit Process

Step 1Step 2Step3Step 4Step 5Step 6
Application SubmittedFee PaymentPlan ReviewPermit IssuedRequired InspectionsPermit Completed
Log into CSS Portal

Begin Application

Check requirements are met

Upload files

Submit application

Application Reviewed
Fee invoice sent to applicant

Fees paid on CSS portal
Plans reviewed

Correction comments posted on CSS & applicant notified

Applicant uploads resubmittals as needed

Plans approved by all reviewers
Permit issued
Applicant notified

Permit & approved plans printed

Permit posted & approved plans on job site
Construction may begin

Sub-contractors obtain permits

Request required inspections

Inspections performed & results posted on CSS portal

Pay any re-inspection fees
Apply for certificate if applicable

Certificate issued
Permit closed