Building Permits & Inspections
The Building Division is responsible for activities related to the construction, remodeling, and demolition of buildings and structures. Division staff review building permit applications, issue permits, check plans, and inspect buildings to ensure compliance with all applicable codes.
RESIDENTIAL BUILDING PERMIT SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS
View the submittal requirements for a residential building permit HERE.
RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION GUIDE
Pursuant to the 2013 California Codes Series
The Residential Construction Guide has been prepared as an aid to the contractor or homeowner who is planning a residential construction project.
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2013 BUILDING CODES
View important information relating to the adoption of the 2013 Building Codes that go into effect January 1, 2014 HERE
ONLINE PERMIT TRACKING
Residents can now view the status of building permits and planning projects online HERE
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ON-LINE PERMIT DATABASE
Search for scanned building permits and plans, including all building documents that are contained in in the City's microfilm records HERE.
INSPECTIONS
To schedule an inspection on a project with a current permit, call 616-7076. Please have the permit number, type of inspection, and contact person's phone number available. Inspections should be scheduled at least 24 hours in advance.
FORMS
Building Permit Application Form
Green Building Standards Code - Tier 1 Checklist for RESIDENTIAL Development
Green Building Standards Code - Tier 1 Checklist Template for Building Permit Submittal
Green Building Standards Code - Tier 1 Checklist for NON-RESIDENTIAL Development
Foreclosed and Abandoned Property Registration Form
Special Inspections
BUILDING PERMIT TIME LIMITS
The City of San Bruno has specific laws about how long construction projects can take. For more information, click HERE.
HOURS
Building Permit Counter Hours
Monday - Friday
8:00 AM - 4:45 PM
Building Inspector Office Hours
Monday - Friday
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday
4:00 PM - 4:45 PM
Hours of Construction
Monday - Saturday
7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Sunday
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
STAFF
Roy Bronold, Chief Building Official
John Murphy, Building Inspector
Sandy Alvarez, Community Development Technician
Brian Paland, Community Development Technician
Umesh Maharaj, Senior Code Enforcement Officer
Tino Padilla, Code Enforcement Officer II
