Santa Clara County, CA

Department of Planning and Development

How permitting works in California

California counties play a massive administrative role, as they are legally required by the state to enforce the California Building Standards Code in all unincorporated territories. The county must maintain a fully staffed building department capable of reviewing plans and performing inspections for everything from single-family homes to large-scale agricultural and commercial projects.

Mandatory enforcement by every City and County.

Contact Information

Address: 70 W. Hedding St., East Wing, 7th Floor San José, CA 95110
Phone: (408) 299-5700
Office Hours: Monday – Thursday: 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., and 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Fridays: Building services only – Limited (Active Permits) 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., and 1:00 p.m.– 5:00 p.m.
Website: https://www.santaclaracounty.gov/home
Permit Portal: https://plandev.santaclaracounty.gov/services/development-services/building

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