Building and Safety
The Building and Safety Team is responsible for the administration of various codes covering the standards for construction, alterations, additions, and relocation of structures, including the appropriate building, mechanical, plumbing, and electrical regulations to ensure the public’s safety. Associated activities include the review of non-residential and residential building plans for compliance with applicable codes including energy conservation and handicap accessibility, issuance of building and related permits, investigation of building and zoning code violations, accepting fees for applications, providing information for land use and zoning inquiries, and the maintenance of records.
Apply for an Online Building Permit | Request Inspection | View Daily Inspection Schedule
Public Facilities Impact Fees
Ordinance
Agency Documents & Forms (from Auditor Controller Treasurer Tax Collector's Dept.)
Building and Safety FAQs
Building and Construction Ordinance Code Title 15
Highway 99 Beautification Overlay
Schedule of Building Fees
Zoning (large document, use bookmarks to navigate)
For additional information, please contact us
Our office are located in Annex "A" and "B" of the Fresno County Plaza
South/West corner of Tulare and "M" streets in Fresno, CA
Office hours (available by phone) Monday - Thursday • 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
(Effective March 13, 2009) Friday • 8:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m
Lobby Counter Hours Monday - Thursday • 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
(Effective March 13, 2009) Friday • 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m
NON-County / Related Links ...
International Code Council (ICC) - Building Code
International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO) - Plumbing Code and Mechanical Code
International Association of Electrical Inspectors (IAEI) - Electrical Code
National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) - Fire Code
Cal/EPA - California Environmental Protection Agency
CalGold Business Permits - On-line catalog featuring information on permits and other requirements of CA agencies at all levels of government.
CA Contractors State License Board - Verify Contractor's License