A building permit is generally required to erect, construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, improve, remove, convert or demolish a building or structure.
Exceptions include: movable cases, counters, and partitions not over 5 feet 9 inches, fences under 6 feet high, retaining walls under 4 feet high, painting, papering and other finish work. Work not subject to a permit still must conform to applicable Building and Zoning Code provisions.
For additional information on permit requirements, call 949-724-6471. To view a building permit application, click here.
City of Irvine 1 Civic Center Plaza Irvine, CA 92606-5207 Phone: 949-724-6000 Hours of Operation:
Mon.- Thur. 7:30 a.m.- 5:30 p.m.
Friday 8 a.m.- 5 p.m.