City of Walnut Creek
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All building permit types can now be applied for on our online permit portal. See our how to videos for more help.
1. Review requirements
Please see submittal requirements on the Permit applications, guidelines and submittal requirements page
2. Set up an account and sign in
Register for an online permit portal account if you don't already have one. Learn more about creating an account.
3. Apply for a permit, upload plans/documents
Applicant to provide a PDF file of construction plans. Plans need to be signed and stamped if done by a design professional.
We would like to request that applicant upload a larger size plan 11 x 17 – This will allow for extra room to stamp plans.
Provide one PDF file for any T-24 documents, structural calculations or any other product specifications or information your project may require.
Learn more about uploading documents.
4. Staff will screen the submittal
All building permit applications and submittals must be completely filled out and must be in the correct format in order to auto-issue or be routed for review.
For some projects, plan review fees are required before review. If this is applicable, you will be notified.
5. Plan review in progress
Uploaded plans will be reviewed by the necessary departments. Plan review will take place. Learn more turnaround times.
6. Plan check comments or approvals
Plan check comments will be provided to applicant. Instructions for resubmittals will also be provided if applicable, by email.
If your permit is approved, you'll receive an email notification with next steps.
7. Complete pre-issuance conditions and pay fees
You will receive an email notification list of pre-issuance conditions that apply to your project.
Pay the permit fees. A credit card convenience fee will apply for each transaction. To make a payment, log in to the online permits portal. Click "Home", then click "Shopping Cart" to complete the payment.
8. Permit Issuance
Once your application is approved, approved stamped plans will be available for download under documents tab and the permit card can be printed from the online permit portal.
Your account must be linked to the permit in order to print the permit, plans, and field inspection card.