Building Permit Application


 -Construction Application

-Minor Permit Application

 

Building
Information

2007 California Building Code Requirements (effective 1/1/2008)

Fire Restrictive
Construction Requirements

 

Stair Requirements for

Residental Decks

 

Minor Permit Requirements for Deck Additions

View all Downloadable Forms on our Online Services Page.

 

Online Permitting:
(not yet available)

Links:

Building Permits: Fees, Codes, and Services We Provide
(Powerpoint Presentation)

Welcome to the Building Division home page. As you are likely aware, Mono County is made up of a number of communities dispersed over a 3,200-square mile area. And although each community is unique, there is a common thread running through them all. That thread is the high value we place on small-town living and the sense of belonging. The Building Division is committed to high levels of service for all of Mono County's nearly 13,000 citizens.

OUR MISSION
The Building Division strives to provide efficient, customer-friendly service, with a minimum of bureaucracy. Mono County welcomes development, both large and small, and aims to assist in any way possible. The development process can be both challenging and time consuming, so this website has been designed to help simplify and expedite the process as much as possible. This online source can assist you with the most common inquiries and will allow us to provide you with the best possible service. The quality of customer service you receive when you visit our website is of primary interest to us. We continually evaluate and strive to improve our service to you, our customer.

WHEN IS A BUILDING PERMIT REQUIRED?
Permits are required when there is new construction to a building as well as some repair work or alterations to an existing structure. In addition, when a building is to be remodeled, renovated or enlarged, a permit will be required. New work consists of any new construction, commercial or residential, from vacant ground to a completed new structure. Projects that are considered cosmetic, such as painting, carpeting, adding new wallpaper, cabinets, and trim work, do not require a permit. If you have any questions concerning your specific project, please feel free to contact us.

WHY DO I NEED A PERMIT?

There is often concern about the purpose of and need for building permits. Building permits are mandated by state codes that regulate building, fire, mechanical, plumbing, electrical and other facets of construction. The building permit process provides a system to verify that plans comply with codes and the ability to investigate and examine work during construction. This process helps ensure a safe and quality final structure.

AVAILABLE RESOURCES
We are constantly adding to our list of available resources, so check back regularly. All available applications are located on Mono County's Online Services page (see link above). Most files here are in .pdf format. If you do not have Adobe Acrobat Reader already, you may download it for free at http://www.adobe.com.

 

Partners in Building a Safer Community

Our Mission:
1. To serve as a partner to citizens who undertake construction projects within Mono County. These citizens include first and foremost the individual, but also the development and business communities.

2. To use our knowledge and expertise to guide, instruct, and direct our citizens through the development process as smoothly and expeditiously as possible.

3. To protect the current and future residents of Mono County through consistent and judicious application of the governing codes.

Our Guiding Principles:
1. We will be driven by a desire to provide the public with the resources and services necessary to achieve safe, sound, quality development.

2. We will treat citizens with respect and courtesy regardless of how we are treated by them.

3. We will be mindful of the fact that, regardless of its size, each project is important to the proponent.

Our Future:
1. We will strive to continually improve and increase our ability to serve the citizens of Mono County. We will use any and all resources and technology available.

2. We will strive to continually improve our coordination and cooperation with the public in an effort to maximize our value to each individual citizen.

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