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San Jose — Building Division

City of San Jose building permit services. Confirm the requirements for your project with the city.

City building permit informationOfficial instructions

Official city building permit guidance and application resources.

Source checked October 14, 2026

City of San Jose · San Jose — building permit department (opens in a new tab)

Official page text containing: Building Division

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Apply for Building PermitOfficial instructions

Official permitting resource linked by the department. Check the available permit types and application instructions before starting.

Source checked October 14, 2026

City of San Jose · San Jose — building permit department (opens in a new tab)

Official page text containing: Apply for Building Permit

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