Building Division
The Building Division is responsible for activities related to the construction, remodeling, and demolition of buildings and structures.
By reviewing building permit applications, issuing building and related permits, checking plans, and inspecting buildings and properties, the Division can ensure compliance with applicable codes and ordinances. The Division is responsible for enforcing all applicable building, mechanical, energy, accessibility, plumbing, electrical and housing codes and laws adopted by the City and State to ensure a safe and habitable building environment.
Online Payments through eTRAKiT are currently unavailable. An email with payment instructions will be sent out to the applicant when payment is ready to be received. Please check back for an updated status on Online Payments.
Please review the Building Division Forms, Handouts and Policies.
A number of permit services are available online, from scheduling inspections to applying for permits. Resources are available for your convenience.
Monthly reports on Permit Applications, Construction Activity, and annual reports.
A list of inspections scheduled for today (updated daily by 9:30 am).
Inspection request new cut off time of 3:00 PM! Beginning July 1st all inspection requests for the following day will be cut off at 3:00 PM.
The City's Residential Retrofit Program is designed to increase the energy efficiency of Chico's older housing stock. View resources for Property Owners, Buyers, Realtors and Inspectors.
eTRAKiT is the City's online building permit portal. It provides public access to search for information and complete common tasks online. Here is a link for further directions to SEARCH PERMIT RECORDS.
WE ARE GOING PAPERLESS! All applications, plans or documents shall be submitted in digital format. In addition, all plan check correspondence will be distributed via email.
Please contact the Planning Division for more information regarding ADUs.
Useful Links
Useful Links
Useful Links
Useful Links
The Building Standards Commission
The International Code Council
California Building Officials
California Energy Commission
California Government Code (legislation)
Contractors State License Board
PG&E Rebates & Savings
The Building Performance Institute
Greywater Action
Sacramento Valley Association of Building Officials
Energy Code Ace
The International Code Council
California Building Officials
California Energy Commission
California Government Code (legislation)
Contractors State License Board
PG&E Rebates & Savings
The Building Performance Institute
Greywater Action
Sacramento Valley Association of Building Officials
Energy Code Ace
Certified Access Specialists Program Inspectors
Utilities
Other
State and Federal Government
Building Industry
Building Code and Regulations
Local Utility Providers
Pacific Gas & Electric: 1-800-743-5000
Suburban Propane: 530-342-3541
Coast Gas: 530-342-6736
Tri-Flame Propane: 530-342-0447
Coast Gas: 530-342-6736
Tri-Flame Propane: 530-342-0447
California Water Service: 530-893-6330
Waste Management: 530-893-4777
Recology: 530-342-4444
Recology: 530-342-4444
U.S. Postal Service
Chico Main: 530-343-2456
Chico Downtown: 530-894-3710
Regional: 1-800-275-8777
Chico Main: 530-343-2456
Chico Downtown: 530-894-3710
Regional: 1-800-275-8777
The area code for Chico, CA is (530).
