Online Permits at SJPermits. org - City of San José Listed below are the Building, Planning, Public Works, and Fire permits that can be started online at SJPermits org Note: After 60 days, our system automatically deletes any online application that is left incomplete or unsubmitted
San Jose Building Permits | Express Plan Check in 2-3 Days San Jose requires permits for most construction activity to ensure projects comply with the 2025 California Building Code (effective January 1, 2026), fire safety standards, zoning regulations, and energy requirements adopted by the city and the State of California
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San Jose Permit Department and Services For more in-depth guidance on how to navigate San Jose’s permit system, visit the San Jose Permit Services Hub You’ll find detailed resources to help manage your submission, track timelines, and stay up-to-date with new regulations
City of San José, Department of Planning, Building and Code Enforcement Planning permit applications are only accepted by appointment with Planning staff Application intake appointments are being held virtually until further notice If you would like to be added to the waitlist for an earlier appointment, please schedule an appointment, and an email link will be provided
Online Building Permits - City of San José Contractors must be licensed and have a valid City of San José Tax Certificate; contractors are restricted to applying for building permits that align with their California Contractor’s License classification type
How to Check Your Permit Status - City of San José To check a permit status, first locate the property using the Property Information search button You may search by: Address - Enter the building number and street name only; do not enter direction (N, S, E, W) or type of road (Ave , Rd , St , etc ) Assessor's Parcel Number - No spaces or dashes
Login - San Jose, California Welcome to the new home for SJPermits An account is required to apply for online permits Please see our Resource Page for assistance To get started with SJPermits org, select the best option for you I do not have an SJPermits org account, but I do have permit history OR I am a property owner
Building Division | City of San José Find information and forms for types of projects that are subject to a building permit at Building Bulletins Forms For many simple projects, it's fastest to download the building permit from SJPermits and save $49 Find instructions at Online Permits
Development Services Permit Center | City of San José Here you can connect to permit services for Building, Planning, Fire, and Public Works Do I need a permit? What permits can I get online? Welcome to the Permit Center at City Hall Take the bus or park under the City Hall Tower; parking validation is available Permit Services