California building permit plan submission requirements (2026)

“Once you are ready, you may schedule an appointment for plan submittal , or simply upload via LADBS’s online web app, ePlanLA .”

“ePlanLA, short for Electronic Plan Review Los Angeles, is a convenient, secure, and efficient way to submit plans and other construction project documents electronically.”

“Paper Plans: In person by appointment only.”

“Once you are ready, you may schedule an appointment for plan submittal , or simply upload via LADBS’s online web app, ePlanLA .”

“ePlanLA, short for Electronic Plan Review Los Angeles, is a convenient, secure, and efficient way to submit plans and other construction project documents electronically.”

“Paper Plans: In person by appointment only.”

“Once you are ready, you may schedule an appointment for plan submittal , or simply upload via LADBS’s online web app, ePlanLA .”

“ePlanLA, short for Electronic Plan Review Los Angeles, is a convenient, secure, and efficient way to submit plans and other construction project documents electronically.”

“Paper Plans: In person by appointment only.”

“Once you are ready, you may schedule an appointment for plan submittal , or simply upload via LADBS’s online web app, ePlanLA .”

“ePlanLA, short for Electronic Plan Review Los Angeles, is a convenient, secure, and efficient way to submit plans and other construction project documents electronically.”

“Paper Plans: In person by appointment only.”

“(One) / (Two) / (Three) sets of plans will be required for permit issuance.”

“Max. 36” x 48” size with minimum 1/8” lettering size.”

“The Development Services Department (DSD) requires that all new plans and documents to be digital (PDF) and formatted correctly.”

“All NEW projects, corrections and construction changes need to be submitted electronically.”

“The Development Services Department (DSD) requires that all new plans and documents to be digital (PDF) and formatted correctly.”

“All NEW projects, corrections and construction changes need to be submitted electronically.”

“A hybrid system has been developed to use OpenDSD for the electronic submittal of project documents”

“The Development Services Department (DSD) requires that all new plans and documents to be digital (PDF) and formatted correctly.”

“All NEW projects, corrections and construction changes need to be submitted electronically.”

“Plan Sets PDFs should be sized between 11 by 17 inches and 36 by 48 inches. The most common sizes for plan sets are: 11 by 17 inches;”

“Do not mix page sizes; all pages in a plan set must be the same size.”

“Bulletin #227-Electronic Plan Review – You will submit the plans/calculations electronically and must follow the format requirements for electronic plan review.”

“The Standard Plan Review Service facilitates the online submittal of plans for commercial and residential projects.”

“Review will not begin until fees have been paid and complete, accurate plans have been uploaded.”

“Bulletin #227-Electronic Plan Review – You will submit the plans/calculations electronically and must follow the format requirements for electronic plan review.”

“The Standard Plan Review Service facilitates the online submittal of plans for commercial and residential projects.”

“Review will not begin until fees have been paid and complete, accurate plans have been uploaded.”

“Help for SJPermits & SJePlans”

“Bulletin #227-Electronic Plan Review – You will submit the plans/calculations electronically and must follow the format requirements for electronic plan review.”

“STEP 2 – Upload plans to SJePlans”

“Export the PDF from the native file, not a scan.”

“Exported PDFs are required for most projects – A PDF exported from the native file (not a scan saved as a PDF) is required for most projects.”

“Minimum sheet size: 18X24 inches.”

“If you submit paper plans initially, you can only submit revised plans on paper. (For electronic plan review with Bluebeam , email dbi.epr@sfgov.org .)”

“If you submit paper plans initially, you can only submit revised plans on paper. (For electronic plan review with Bluebeam , email dbi.epr@sfgov.org .)”

“If you submit paper plans initially, you can only submit revised plans on paper. (For electronic plan review with Bluebeam , email dbi.epr@sfgov.org .)”

“If you submit paper plans initially, you can only submit revised plans on paper. (For electronic plan review with Bluebeam , email dbi.epr@sfgov.org .)”

“Bring 2 sets of plans.”

“Draw plans and specifications to scale on paper at least 11-inch by 17-inch (279.4 mm by 431.8 mm) or larger, with a minimum text size of 1/8 inch tall when printed. Please use the same sheet size for the entire plan set.”

“The scale must be bigger than 1/8 inch (3.175 mm) to 1 foot (304.8 mm).”

“The following items must be submitted digitally in order to process your application.”

“The following items must be submitted digitally in order to process your application.”

“Use this checklist to assemble the materials required for your application when submitting in Accela.”

“The following items must be submitted digitally in order to process your application.”

“Plan set sheet size to be 18” x 24” minimum and 30” x 42” maximum for plan submittals. Calculations to be submitted as 8½” x 11”.”

“The plans, including approved site plan, must be drawn to scale as indicated”

“A complete set of plans with Preparer’s name and signature, address, phone number and license stamp and number (if applicable) on each sheet.”

“ELECTRONIC PLAN CHECK* IS REQUIRED FOR ALL PLAN REVIEW SUBMITTALS AND RESUBMITTALS.”

“ELECTRONIC PLAN CHECK* IS REQUIRED FOR ALL PLAN REVIEW SUBMITTALS AND RESUBMITTALS.”

“ELECTRONIC PLAN CHECK* IS REQUIRED FOR ALL PLAN REVIEW SUBMITTALS AND RESUBMITTALS.”

“ELECTRONIC PLAN CHECK* IS REQUIRED FOR ALL PLAN REVIEW SUBMITTALS AND RESUBMITTALS.”

“No less than 11” x 17””

“Site and Civil Plans: no less than 1/8”=1’; all other plan sheets no less than 1/4"=1’”

“Declaration of Designer or licensed professional signed stamp if the scope of work requires a licensed design professional”

“Bring the following construction documents as a DIGITAL PDF FILE ON A USB DEVICE to your appointment:”

“For the few cases where construction documents are submitted and reviewed as hard copy, applicants can schedule an In-Person appointment to pick-up the marked-up hard copy plans.”

“Bring the following construction documents as a DIGITAL PDF FILE ON A USB DEVICE to your appointment:”

“For the few cases where construction documents are submitted and reviewed as hard copy, applicants can schedule an In-Person appointment to pick-up the marked-up hard copy plans.”

“Bring the following construction documents as a DIGITAL PDF FILE ON A USB DEVICE to your appointment:”

“For the few cases where construction documents are submitted and reviewed as hard copy, applicants can schedule an In-Person appointment to pick-up the marked-up hard copy plans.”

“Bring the following construction documents as a DIGITAL PDF FILE ON A USB DEVICE to your appointment:”

“For the few cases where construction documents are submitted and reviewed as hard copy, applicants can schedule an In-Person appointment to pick-up the marked-up hard copy plans.”

“All submittal documents should be electronic and in PDF format.”

“All submittal documents should be electronic and in PDF format.”

“All submittal documents should be electronic and in PDF format.”

“All submittal documents should be electronic and in PDF format.”

“1 Construction Drawings Complete set of construction drawings, drawn to scale (minimum scale ¼” per foot)”

“DRAWINGS LESS THAN 18” X 24” (or set with more than 4 sheets of 8 ½” x 11” or 11” x 17”.”

“OR LARGER THAN 36” X 48””

“FLOOR PLAN- Minimum Scale: ¼” = 1’”

“SITE PLAN – Scale 1/8” = 1’ or 1/10” = 1’”

“Document Checklist (Informational Only)”

“Required to submit Complete sets of plans with All sheets in set of plans Uniform in Size and minimum 24" x 30" drawn to scale”

“The permit requirements for new commercial buildings include submitting drawings, plans, and calculations that must be wet signed and stamped by a licensed California Engineer.”

“please submit the required sets of plans.”

“Total Sets Required (+)”

“Patio Cover 2”

“Residential Remodel 2”

“Residential Addition 4”

“New Residential Construction 5”

“New Commercial Construction/Trailer 5”

“Antenna Cell Sites 6”

“(+) More sets may be required for commercial and/site work”

“All plans must be a minimum size of 18” x 24”.”

“To streamline services and reduce waste, the City's Building Division utilizes Electronic Plan Check (EPC) in lieu of traditional paper-based submittals.”

“Required for all project types needing plan review (i.e., residential, commercial, small projects, and commercial solar):”

“Use Flash drive or email electronic files”

“Initial submittals may be made in person at the Community Development Department or emailed to plancheck@stocktonca.gov”

“To streamline services and reduce waste, the City's Building Division utilizes Electronic Plan Check (EPC) in lieu of traditional paper-based submittals.”

“Required for all project types needing plan review (i.e., residential, commercial, small projects, and commercial solar):”

“Use Flash drive or email electronic files”

“Initial submittals may be made in person at the Community Development Department or emailed to plancheck@stocktonca.gov”

“To streamline services and reduce waste, the City's Building Division utilizes Electronic Plan Check (EPC) in lieu of traditional paper-based submittals.”

“Required for all project types needing plan review (i.e., residential, commercial, small projects, and commercial solar):”

“Use Flash drive or email electronic files”

“Initial submittals may be made in person at the Community Development Department or emailed to plancheck@stocktonca.gov”

“Construction plans prepared by your design professional, architect, and/or engineer are submitted (when required) at the time of permit application at the One Stop Shop.”

“plans are formally submitted and accepted at the One Stop Shop or online.”

“Construction plans prepared by your design professional, architect, and/or engineer are submitted (when required) at the time of permit application at the One Stop Shop.”

“plans are formally submitted and accepted at the One Stop Shop or online.”

“Construction plans prepared by your design professional, architect, and/or engineer are submitted (when required) at the time of permit application at the One Stop Shop.”

“plans are formally submitted and accepted at the One Stop Shop or online.”

“Sets of Plans Required: 3 Full Sets 5 Full Sets”

“R-3 Residential additions/alterations or accessory structures such as garages or carports without any panel upgrades or fire sprinklers”

“R-3 Residential additions/alterations with electrical meter panel upgrades OR with fire sprinklers”

“Larger projects may require plans to be prepared and stamped by an architect or engineer licensed by the State of California.”

“All plans must be submitted online though the City’s IrvineREADY! system”

“All plans must be submitted online though the City’s IrvineREADY! system”

“All plans must be submitted online though the City’s IrvineREADY! system”

“Plans shall be on a minimum 18″ x 24″ paper for archiving”

“Additional sheets submitted must be a minimum size of 24″ X 36″.”

“Plans and specifications shall be drawn to scale”

“(minimum scale: 1 inch = 20 feet)”

“Plans may be submitted as paper plans or uploaded electronically to our eService portal.”

“Plans may be submitted as paper plans or uploaded electronically to our eService portal.”

“Plans may be submitted as paper plans or uploaded electronically to our eService portal.”

“If submitting paper, (2) sets of paper plans are required to be drawn on 11” x 17” minimum size paper or larger.”

“When submitting paper plans, a minimum of (2) sets of complete plans and supporting documents shall be submitted for review.”

“If submitting paper, (2) sets of paper plans are required to be drawn on 11” x 17” minimum size paper or larger.”

“Plans to be drawn to 1/4” = 1’-0” minimum scale.”

“1/4 inch = 1 foot is the minimum scale to be used for residential floor/roof plans, section, and elevation views; 1 inch = 20 feet is the minimum scale to be used for site plans”

“Three printed copies of the plans, minimum of 24 inches by 36 inches or larger in size, that are completely assembled and stapled together.”

“With exception to expedited residential solar and residential electric vehicle charging station plans, all plans must be submitted in-person.”

“We do not accept the submittal of plans or plan check applications by courier, by mail, or by email.”

“NUMBER OF SETS TO SUBMIT: Six complete sets of plans are required for plan check submittal with an additional architectural set when plans require review from other agencies”

“Three printed copies of the plans, minimum of 24 inches by 36 inches or larger in size, that are completely assembled and stapled together.”

“With exception to expedited residential solar and residential electric vehicle charging station plans, all plans must be submitted in-person.”

“We do not accept the submittal of plans or plan check applications by courier, by mail, or by email.”

“NUMBER OF SETS TO SUBMIT: Six complete sets of plans are required for plan check submittal with an additional architectural set when plans require review from other agencies”

“Three printed copies of the plans, minimum of 24 inches by 36 inches or larger in size, that are completely assembled and stapled together.”

“With exception to expedited residential solar and residential electric vehicle charging station plans, all plans must be submitted in-person.”

“We do not accept the submittal of plans or plan check applications by courier, by mail, or by email.”

“Three printed copies of the plans, minimum of 24 inches by 36 inches or larger in size, that are completely assembled and stapled together.”

“NUMBER OF SETS TO SUBMIT: Six complete sets of plans are required for plan check submittal with an additional architectural set when plans require review from other agencies”

“Three printed copies of the plans, minimum of 24 inches by 36 inches or larger in size, that are completely assembled and stapled together.”

“fully dimensioned, and a minimum size of 24” x 36”.”

“Seal and signature by a California licensed architect or engineer shall be provided on all documents”

“Submit four (4) complete sets [(5) complete sets if greater than 250 sf] of architectural, electrical and structural plans.”

“Electronic submittals can be made via Build Fontana (online portal)”

“Submit four (4) complete sets [(5) complete sets if greater than 250 sf] of architectural, electrical and structural plans.”

“Electronic submittals can be made via Build Fontana (online portal)”

“Submit four (4) complete sets [(5) complete sets if greater than 250 sf] of architectural, electrical and structural plans.”

“Electronic submittals can be made via Build Fontana (online portal)”

“Submit four (4) complete sets [(5) complete sets if greater than 250 sf] of architectural, electrical and structural plans.”

“Submit five (5) complete sets of architectural, electrical and structural plans.”

“Plans shall be identical copies on a minimum 18” x 24” plan size sets or, a maximum 30” X 42” plan size.”

“Fully dimensioned and to scale (3/16 inch per foot minimum scale)”

“Two (2) sets of “wet” stamped/signed Structural Calculations.”

“The City of Modesto requires electronic submittals in PDF format of all documents including applications, SWPPPs, and calculations.”

“The City of Modesto requires electronic submittals in PDF format of all documents including applications, SWPPPs, and calculations.”

“The City of Modesto requires electronic submittals in PDF format of all documents including applications, SWPPPs, and calculations.”

“The submitted plans must be an unsecured PDF and a direct export of a Computer Aided Drafting (CAD) program.”

“Plans and supporting documents (calculations, specifications, reports, etc.) must be submitted electronically via SimpliCITY portal at www.moval.org/simplicity.”

“Plans and supporting documents (calculations, specifications, reports, etc.) must be submitted electronically via SimpliCITY portal at www.moval.org/simplicity.”

“Plans and supporting documents (calculations, specifications, reports, etc.) must be submitted electronically via SimpliCITY portal at www.moval.org/simplicity.”

“The designer must sign the drawings (electronic signature is acceptable)”

“Truss Calculations (if applicable): Provide wet stamped and signed roof truss calculations”