California permits & zoning
Start with your property address to identify the offices, approvals, and project documents that apply in California.
Jul 2026
code source checked
GovCodex has not published county-by-county coverage for California. The statewide code regime below applies, and a permit check on the property address is the way to identify the offices that handle your project. The general permit type guide covers the typical requirements.
Permit requirements in California
California enforces the California Building Standards Code (Title 24) statewide; local jurisdictions may adopt more restrictive amendments.
California statewide code authority · source checked 2026-07-22
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