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Building Division

Overview May 29, 2020

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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.

NEW Digital Plan Submittal

The Building Division No Longer Requires a Paper Plan Copy as Part of Building Plan Submittal

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**2022 CALIFORNIA BUILDING CODE FREE WORKSHOP**

December 5th, 2022 – workshop in the Chico City Council Chambers that will provide an overview of significant changes to the 2022 California Residential Building Code changes that are scheduled to take effect January 1, 2023.

2022 California Building Code Workshop

See flyer for detail and registration information.
This FREE training sponsored by the City of Chico, Butte County Department of Development Services, Chico Builders Association, and Valley Contractors Exchange for our development community and North State building departments.

Permit counter closed and Limited to Emergency Inspections for training:

Monday, December 5th

Upcoming Holiday Closures:

Friday, November 11th – Veteran’s Day

Thursday, November 24th and Friday, November 25th – Thanksgiving Holiday

Friday, December 23rd through Monday, January 2nd – Winter closure.
City Hall will reopen Tuesday, January 3rd, 2023

***ATTENTION*** New 2022 Code Update
2022 California Building code is in effect starting January 1, 2023. Please click on this link for full details on how the building code affects permits, permit applications and master plans.

***ATTENTION*** On the first Wednesday of each month, between 8:00am and 9:00am, Building Division Staff may be unavailable to assist at the front counter so they can participate in the Building Divisions monthly staff meeting.

***ATTENTION*** On the fourth Tuesday of each month, between 8:00am and 9:00am, Building Inspector Staff will be in a mandatory meeting that may impact your AM inspection requests.