Applying for a Building Permit

When is a permit required?

The best way to find out if you need a permit is by contacting the Building Division at 831-304-0333. Discuss your proposed project with the building division staff before beginning work to determine whether you need a permit. Even if a permit is not needed, we can answer construction and renovation questions and may provide valuable advice that can save you time and money in the long run.

Work that requires a permit;

New Commercial Buildings
New Residential Buildings
Additions and remodels for Commercial & Residential buildings
New installations or Replacement of Electrical Service, Gas Piping, Water Heaters, HVAC & Windows
Repair or Replace Roofing
New Pools & Spas
Pool & Spa renovations
Demolitions
Patio Covers, Decks and Sheds (Please call our office as exemptions may apply depending on size)

Before you Apply for New Commercial Buildings & Residential Planned Development

We encourage you to call or visit our office before submitting your permit application. We will answer your questions and let you know if your proposed project is within the City’s development guidelines. You may be referred to other staff members to determine if your project will require any planning approvals before you can proceed with the building permit process.

If your project will require approval through a planning process, you must file a separate planning application and pay the required fees to the Planning Department. Planning fees are separate from building permit fees. Planning approvals must be granted before proceeding with application for a building permit.

We also recommend that you reach out to the following departments to determine if there will be any special requirements; Public Works Department, Development Engineering, Fire Department, and/or the Health Department.

Two Ways to Apply for Building Permits

1. Apply In-Person

599 El Camino Real

Greenfield, CA 93927

2. Apply via e-mail

inspections@ci.greenfield.ca.us