The purpose of the Building Division is to:

• Provide fire, structural and safety protection for the occupants of new and existing structures through the use and enforcement of adopted construction codes
• Preserve the integrity of neighborhood environments resulting in a higher quality of life
• Maintain a spirit of cooperation with the business community through compliance with license requirements

The Building Division administration includes the activities of:

• Enforcing State-mandated laws and uniform codes
• Checking building plans for code compliance
• Permit issuance
• Providing customer service at the counter
• Collecting fees
• Maintenance of permit records,
• Plans
• Preparing reports to State, County, City agencies and emergency responses

The Inspection program includes the activities of:

• Ensuring building construction compliance with State safety laws and City ordinances through insepections
• Responding to complaints about code violations, illegal construction, business license inspection requests, and structural damage assessments.

The Business License program includes the actvities of:

• Licensing all businesses
• Processing annual renewals.

For a list of forms available online, please click
Building Forms Library

For Frequently Asked Questions regarding Permits, please click
Building Permit FAQ's

The Building Division is located within the Community Development Department at 910 Calle Negocio, Suite 100, San Clemente, CA 92673.

From Interstate-5, exit Ave Pico and proceed NE 1.2 miles. Turn right on Calle Amanecer (Rancho San Clemente Business Park). Turn left on Calle Negocio. The CDD is the second building on the left. Drive to the rear (North Entrance) of the building.

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