Beginning February 1st, both building & planning department offices will be temporarily under construction. We will be unable to accommodate walk-ins at our usual location. Please make an appointment for a virtual meeting by visiting the building department HERE or planning department HERE to book your preferred date.

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Follow the signs at City Hall for directions to our temporary offices or call (707) 778-4301 for assistance with accessibility needs. Our new hours are 10am-3pm.

WHAT WE DO

We oversee all local building construction and alteration projects to ensure buildings and structures are safe, accessible, energy efficient, and built according to all state and local building codes. We coordinate building projects with other city departments, oversee inspections, and issue all building permits. Click HERE to access the permit processing page. Permit applications must be submitted online through our new Permits & Planning Hub.

BUILDING INSPECTION CUT OFF TIME

Our Building Inspection cut-off time with change to 2:00pm, effective June 12, 2023.  To schedule inspections for the following day, requests need to be received BEFORE 2:00pm daily.

CODE ENFORCEMENT AND COMPLAINTS

The Building Division also investigates complaints about unpermitted construction and substandard housing through the Code Enforcement Officer and Field Inspectors.

Click HERE to access our complaints and concerns form.