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Plan Review Process
In order for a construction permit to be issued and the work to be properly inspected, plans must be prepared and submitted to the city for review and approval. Plan check involves review of the submitted plans by various city departments to meet its respective code requirements. Once the plans have been approved by all applicable city departments, the Building Division will be authorized to issue the permit.
Information
- Plan Review Turnaround Time
- City Department Approvals
- Plan Check Waivers - when plans are not required
Turnaround time objectives for each submittal are listed below. Times are not guaranteed and may vary depending on size and scope of projects as well as on the number of projects currently under review by City staff.
| Submittal Number | Number of Business Days |
|---|---|
|
First submittal |
20 |
|
Second submittal |
10 |
|
Third and subsequent submittals |
5 |
Please note that the above objectives are for plan review by the Building Division only. Turnaround times may differ for other departments. Please contact each department separately for their respective times.
Expedited plan review service is not currently available at this time.
Plans must be reviewed and approved by the following city departments prior to permit issuance:
| City Department | Phone Numbers | Location @ City Hall |
|---|---|---|
|
Building Division |
714-536-5241 |
3rd Floor |
|
Fire |
714-536-5411 |
5th Floor |
|
Planning & Zoning |
714-536-5271 |
3rd Floor |
|
Public Works |
714-536-5431 |
1st Floor |
It is the responsibility of the applicant to coordinate with each department to receive their respective plan approvals.
Plan requirements may be waived for Mechanical, Electrical, & Plumbing permits only, as approved by the associated planchecker. Please see the following forms where items that are not eligible for plan check waiver request are listed:
- Mechanical Plan Check Waiver Request Form
- Electrical Plan Check Waiver Request Form
- Plumbing Plan Check Waiver Request Form
If you are unsure if you qualify for a waiver, please contact the Building Division at (714) 536-5241.
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