Community Development — Building Permits & Inspection
Find building permits, plan review and construction inspections.
Source checked October 14, 2026[1]development.saccounty.gov
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Contact details & office locations ↓Online services & information
These links were found on official source pages. Each service is handled by the office.
Official county building permit guidance. Service boundaries and project requirements must be confirmed with the department.
How to get started
- Confirm which county or city agency handles the property before applying.
- Review the official requirements for your project and use the published application channel.
Before you start
- Eligibility & access · County building permit submissions on or after January 1, 2026
- The 2025 California Building Standards Code will become effective January 1, 2026. All construction projects submitted for permit on or after this date shall comply with the updated code provisions. [10]
Official permitting resource linked by the department. Check the available permit types and application instructions before starting.
How to get started
- Confirm which county or city agency handles the property before applying.
- Review the official requirements for your project and use the published application channel.
Official building inspection information. Confirm the request method, permit details and inspection timing with the department.
How to get started
- Confirm which county or city agency handles the property before applying.
- Review the official requirements for your project and use the published application channel.
Official property research or mapping resource linked from the permit information. Use the department to confirm jurisdiction and project requirements.
How to get started
- Confirm which county or city agency handles the property before applying.
- Review the official requirements for your project and use the published application channel.
Fees
Fees are quoted only when a source document supports the amount and conditions.
Check the official website for its current fee schedule. No fee should be assumed to be free.
Forms & documents
Official forms and document pages for this office’s services.
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- [1] Sacramento — building permit department (opens in a new tab)
Sacramento County · Official page text containing: Building Permits & Inspection Division
Source reviewed October 14, 2026View supporting excerpt
rial on YouTube Check out our permit tutorial on YouTube for a step-by-step guide to navigating the portal Read more... Building Permits & Inspection Division New Location: Our Building Assistance Center has moved to 9800 Goethe Road Sacramento, CA 95827. Filter Updates Clear Apply Online Permits Building Forms & Documents Today's Inspections Search Open Public Records Frequently Asked Questions Contact Us The 2025 California Building Standards Code will become effective January 1, 2026. All construction projects
- [2] Sacramento — building permit department (opens in a new tab)
Sacramento County · Official page text containing: Building Permits & Inspection Division
Source reviewed October 14, 2026View supporting excerpt
rial on YouTube Check out our permit tutorial on YouTube for a step-by-step guide to navigating the portal Read more... Building Permits & Inspection Division New Location: Our Building Assistance Center has moved to 9800 Goethe Road Sacramento, CA 95827. Filter Updates Clear Apply Online Permits Building Forms & Documents Today's Inspections Search Open Public Records Frequently Asked Questions Contact Us The 2025 California Building Standards Code will become effective January 1, 2026. All construction projects
- [3] Sacramento — building permit department (opens in a new tab)
Sacramento County · Official page text containing: Building Permits & Inspection Division
Source reviewed October 14, 2026View supporting excerpt
rial on YouTube Check out our permit tutorial on YouTube for a step-by-step guide to navigating the portal Read more... Building Permits & Inspection Division New Location: Our Building Assistance Center has moved to 9800 Goethe Road Sacramento, CA 95827. Filter Updates Clear Apply Online Permits Building Forms & Documents Today's Inspections Search Open Public Records Frequently Asked Questions Contact Us The 2025 California Building Standards Code will become effective January 1, 2026. All construction projects
- [4] Sacramento — building permit department (opens in a new tab)
Sacramento County · Official page text containing: Online Permits
Source reviewed October 14, 2026View supporting excerpt
lding Permit Applications Complaints & Violations Forms and Documents Featured Links Today's Inspections Public Records Online Permits County Adopted Codes About & Contact FAQs Contact Us, Locations & Hours Code Enforcement Code Enforcement Codes California Health and Safety Code 17920.3 Sacramento County Code Vehicle Code - Section 22650-22711 Zoning Code Programs Illegal Dumping Rental Housing Inspection Program Cart Retention Plan Substandard Housing Enforcement About & Contact Fees
- [5] Sacramento — building permit department (opens in a new tab)
Sacramento County · Official page text containing: Schedule an Inspection
Source reviewed October 14, 2026View supporting excerpt
ntact us by email for the quickest response. Sacramento County Codes Public Records Request Building Board of Appeals Schedule an Inspection View details on how to schedule an inspection online, over the phone, or through a text message View a list of the Sacramento County Holiday Closures › Building Permit Applications Filter Updates Clear Apply AP-14 Production Home Building Permit Application AP-16 Notice To Property Owner as Owner Builder AP-17 Authorization of Agent to Act on Property Own
- [6] Sacramento — building permit department (opens in a new tab)
Sacramento County · Official page text containing: Interactive Zoning Map
Source reviewed October 14, 2026View supporting excerpt
Major Projects New Growth Areas Development Outside New Growth Areas Zoning Code Updates Long Range Projects Resources Interactive Zoning Map Planning Projects Viewer CEQA Library About the Division Land Use Regulation General Plan Zoning Code Countywide Design Guidelines Special Planning Areas Meetings Community Planning Advisory Councils (CPAC) Subdivision Review Committee and Zoning Administrator County Planning Commission County Board of Supervisors Programs Infill Program Mining Program Agri
- [7] Sacramento — building permit department (opens in a new tab)
Sacramento County · Official page text containing: 916-875-5296
Source reviewed October 14, 2026View supporting excerpt
ts and Inspection (BPI) Services Public Inquiries for general questions, or to speak with an Inspector, please call 916-875-5296 or contact us by email for the quickest response. Sacramento County Codes Public Records Request Building Board of Appeals Schedule an Inspection View details on how to schedule an inspection online, over the phone, or through a text message View a list of the Sacramento County Holiday Closures › Building Permit Applications Filter Updates Clear Apply A
- [8] Sacramento — building permit department (opens in a new tab)
Sacramento County · Official page text containing: 9800 Goethe Road Sacramento, CA 95827
Source reviewed October 14, 2026View supporting excerpt
he portal Read more... Building Permits & Inspection Division New Location: Our Building Assistance Center has moved to 9800 Goethe Road Sacramento, CA 95827. Filter Updates Clear Apply Online Permits Building Forms & Documents Today's Inspections Search Open Public Records Frequently Asked Questions Contact Us The 2025 California Building Standards Code will become effective January 1, 2026. All construction projects submitted for permit on or after this date shall comply with the updated code provisions. View
- [9] Sacramento — building permit department (opens in a new tab)
Sacramento County · Official page text containing: Forms and Documents
Source reviewed October 14, 2026View supporting excerpt
pment Building Permits & Inspection Building Permits & Inspections Building Permit Applications Complaints & Violations Forms and Documents Featured Links Today's Inspections Public Records Online Permits County Adopted Codes About & Contact FAQs Contact Us, Locations & Hours Code Enforcement Code Enforcement Codes California Health and Safety Code 17920.3 Sacramento County Code Vehicle Code - Section 22650-22711 Zoning Code Programs Illegal Dumping Rental Housing Inspection Program Cart Ret
- [10] Sacramento — building permit department (opens in a new tab)
Sacramento County · Official page text containing: The 2025 California Building Standards Code will become effective January 1, 2026. All construction projects submitted f
Source reviewed October 14, 2026View supporting excerpt
The 2025 California Building Standards Code will become effective January 1, 2026. All construction projects submitted for permit on or after this date shall comply with the updated code provisions.