Welcome to the City of Atascadero's Building Services Department.

Our Permit Center is located at 6500 Palma Avenue.  Office hours are Monday - Friday from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. by appointment ONLY.

COVID-19 Update:

At this time, the Atascadero City Hall is temporarily closed to the public to help maintain social distancing and reduce potential exposure to staff and the community. Although our main lobby remains closed, the City will continue to provide services to the community and we are actively working to develop new ways of providing these services while following CDC and Health Department guidelines.

Beginning March 25, 2020, the following procedure will be in place for Planning and Building submittals:

• The City will accept new construction permits for both new commercial and residential projects.
• Permits for elective construction on occupied residences will not be accepted at this time unless such construction is for the repair of critical health/safety items such as roofing, heating, water heaters or other items necessary to maintain adequate health and sanitation.
• The City will only be accepting plans via courier or other delivery service (FedEx, UPS, GSO, USPS, etc.). On a limited basis, appointments may be accepted to drop off plans at City Hall.
• Please address the package to the appropriate department (Planning, Building, Public Works)
• Small or over-the-counter type Building permits can be emailed to our staff at: permitcenter@atascadero.org
• For Planning and building permit inquiries, please email: Permitcenter@Atascadero.org or call our staff at (805) 461-5000.
• For Engineering/Public Works permit inquiries, please call: (805) 461-5000
• Building Permits that are ready to issue will have all final docs e-mailed to the applicant for signature, permits and plans may be returned via delivery service or picked up with an appointment.
• Payment for fees can be made via check mailed to our office.
• City staff are available by email and phone by calling the main City hall line at (805) 461-5000.

We remain ready to assist and help prioritize business and housing projects moving forward in this changing environment. Feel free to reach out to us with questions regarding how we can help during this time.

***At this time City Hall and the Permit Counter staff are only available on an appointment basis. Please direct all questions to staff via email or phone call and we will respond as soon as possible as we have limited resources available at this time. Please note the following:

• Walk in service will not be available for general inquiries, property information or planning/building questions. These services are available by phone or e-mail.
• Questions regarding plan review comments should be directed to the reviewer at the contact listed in the left hand margin of the corrections document.
• General questions can be sent to permitcenter@atascadero.org.
• Permits available for e-submittal can still be accepted through the eTRAKiT portal and permitcenter@atascadero.org.
• All other projects will still need to be handled through paper submittal with an appointment.
• For appointments, please contact City Staff to schedule by phoning (805) 461-5000.

Due to staffing shortages, there may be some delays and inconvenience; we appreciate your patience and understanding during this time.

The City makes every effort to maintain forms with the most current infomation. Forms are not guaranteed to have the most current fees or to include all requirements for all project types.

2019 Code Update effective January 01, 2020

Fee increase effective July 27, 2020

Select the appropriate application for the project in Section 1. In Section 2, select the documentation according to the person that will be accepting responsiblity for the permit issuance and completion. Additional documentation is available in Section 3 as required.

PERMIT APPLICATION:

*** A complete Application will be for a Contractor will be 3 pages long; a complete Owner Builder Application will be 4 pages. Descriptions must include the complete scope of work.

Incomplete applications will not be accepted.

Cash or Check payments accepted; NO cards

Section 1- Required Documentation

Permit Applications:

• Building Permit Application - all building permits, with the exception of like for like replacements that qualify as Over the Counter, will use this form. (Print Version)

• Over-the-Counter Permit Application - some require supporting documentation; see Submittal Intake Checklists for more information. (Print Version)

• Addendum Application - Alteration/addition to an active permit, including fire sprinklers and fire alarms (Print Version)

• Encroachment Permit Application - Contact Public Works 805-470-3456 for submittal requirements or to make an appointment. Counter meetings are available by appointment only. (Print Version)

 Section 2- Required Documentation (not needed for addendums or encroachment permits)

Responsible Party:

• Contractor's Information - Required for all Owner-Builder permit applications. (Print Version)

• Property Owner's Package - Required for all Owner-Builder permit applications. (Print Version)

 Section 3- Additional Documentation 

• Authorized Agent - Required to act on behalf of the Owner. (Print Version)

• Limitations Form- Required to be signed for all applications submitted at the Permit Counter and Online. (Print Version)

• Form 433 - Manufactured Home Registration.

• Electric Vehicle Charging Station Expedited Permit Ordinance

• Plug-In Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Permitting Checklist

• Electric Vehicle Charger Guidelines

• 2019 Plan Completeness Guide

• 2019 Title Sheet Completeness Guide

• Disability Access Requirements and Resources

• Noncompliant Existing Plumbing Fixtures 

• Informational Handouts / Details

• 2019 California Residential Code Checklist 

• 2016 California Green Building Standards Code

• Code Violation Complaint Form

• Construction Waste Management Plan   

• Declaration of Construction Costs and Accessibility Improvements

• SB 407 Effective Jan 1, 2014 - Water Conservation handout

• City of Atascadero LAMP (Septic System Management Plan)

•                  *LAMP Appendix                  *LAMP Exhibits

Other:

• Permit Activity Reports - weekly, monthly, and annual permit reports.

• Request Action on a Building Permit or Application - inspection, cancellation, or extension request.

• Contact and FAQ's

The City of Atascadero supports environmentally friendly construction projects. 

For more information please contact our Building Services Department at (805) 461-5035.