Community Development Department

1.1 News

*** 2007 California Building Standards Code effective January 1, 2008 ***

*** Online Building Inspection Request Form ***

1.2 Information for obtaining Building and Combo permits:

1.2.1 California Code of Regulations, Title 24-2007 Updates
1.2.2 Important Notice Regarding 2007 CBC
1.2.3 History of Code Adoption -Update
1.2.4 Building Permit Application
1.2.5 Recycling: Construction and Demolition Debris
     1.2.5.1 Construction and Demolition Debris Recycling Requirements & Applicant's Packet
     1.2.5.2 Approved Recycling, Construction & Demolition Debris & Greenwaste Processors
1.2.6 (Reserved)
1.2.7 Inspection Request by Fax Form
1.2.8 Structural Design Standard
     1.2.8.1 Minimum Design Loads: ASCE 7-05
     1.2.8.2 Concrete: ACI 318-05
     1.2.8.3 Masonry: ACI 530/ASCE 5/TMS 402-05
     1.2.8.4 Steel: AISC 360 and 341
     1.2.8.5 Cold-formed Steel: NAS 01 with 2004 Supplement
     1.2.8.6 Wood: AF&PA NDS-05 & SDPWS-05
     1.2.8.7 Wind Load Alt: (DSA IR 16-7)
1.2.9 FEMA Floodplain Map Services
1.2.10 Structural Observation Report Form
1.2.11 Sub-Contractor List
1.2.12 Take-Off Worksheet
1.2.13 (Reserved)
1.2.14 Application for Alternate Materials or Methods of Construction
1.2.15 Applications for Hardship Waiver - Accessibility for Existing Building  [07-01-2008]
1.2.16 OCFA Fire Prevention Department Planning & Development Services Section

1.3 Information for obtaining Grading permits:

1.3.1 Soil Movement in Orange County and the Quarantines Areas of Riverside and Los Angeles Counties - Permit Required - RIFA Form CA-1
1.3.2 Final Compaction Certification - Soils Engineer
1.3.3 Final Grading Inspection Certificate
1.3.4 Rough Grading Inspection Certificate - Civil Engineer
1.3.5 Rough Grading Inspection Certificate - Civil Engineer / Land Surveyor
1.3.6 Rough Grading Inspection Certificate - Soils Engineer

1.4 Information for Home Owners:

1.4.1 After A Disaster Don't Get Scammed
1.4.2 Before you dive into swimming pool construction...
1.4.3 Building Design Limitations - California Architects Board
1.4.4 Choosing the Right Landscaper
1.4.5 Consumer Guide to Filing a Small Claims
1.4.6 Consumer Guide to Home Improvement Contracts
1.4.7 Court Construction Claim - What Consumers Need to Know About Filing a Small Claims Court Construction Claim
1.4.8 Conditional and Unconditional Waiver and Release Forms
1.4.9 Home Improvement Contracts - Information for Homeowners About the Requirements of Home Improvement Contracts
1.4.10 Homeowner's Guide to Preventing Mechanic's Liens
1.4.11 Owner-Builder Information Notice
1.4.12 Owner-Builder Verification
1.4.13 Ten Tips for Making Sure Your Contractor
1.4.14 Tips for Hiring a Roofing Contractor
1.4.15 Tips for Making Sure your Contractor Measures Up - (Other Language Versions are Available)
1.4.16 Traveling Contractor Scams Tip Sheet
1.4.17 User Guide for the Installation of Swimming Pools, Spas, & Hot Tubs
1.4.18 User Guide for the Installation of Outdoor Barbeques
1.4.19 What Seniors Should Know Before Hiring a Contractor (English)
1.4.20 What Seniors Should Know Before Hiring a Contractor (Spanish)
1.4.21 What You Should Know Before You Hire a Contractor

1.5 Earthquake Preparedness Information:

1.5.1 Earthquake Safety
1.5.2 Earthquake Preparedness Guide
1.5.3 Putting down roots in earthquake country (English) by Southern California Earthquake Center
1.5.4 Echando raíces en tierra de terremotos (Putting Down Roots) by Southern California Earthquake Center
1.5.5 Earthquake Safety Checklist (FEMA 526)
1.5.6 Earthquake Home Hazard Hunt (FEMA 528)
1.5.7 Earthquake Safety Guide for Homeowners (FEMA 530)
1.5.8 Is Your Home Protected From Earthquake Disaster? - Homeowner's Guide to Earthquake Retrofit (by Institute for Business & Home Safety)
1.5.9 Southern California Earthquake Center - Recent Quake Map

1.6 Useful Links:

1.6.1   American Institute of Architects
1.6.2   Architectural and Transportation Barriers Compliance Board
1.6.3   Building Industry Association of Southern California
1.6.4   California Building Officials
1.6.5   California Contractors State License Board
1.6.6   (Reserved)
1.6.7   California Energy Commission
1.6.8   California - Division of the State Architect
1.6.9   California - State Fire Marshal
1.6.10 Federal Emergency Management Agency
1.6.11 International Association of Electrical Inspectors
1.6.12 International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials
1.6.13 International Code Council
1.6.14 International Code Council – Evaluation Services
1.6.15 National Fire Protection Association
1.6.16 Occupational Safety and Health Administration
1.6.17 Cal/OSHA Division of Occupational Safety and Health (DOSH)
1.6.18 Accessibility - Division of the State Architect (DSA)
1.6.19 Accessibility - California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD)
1.6.20 Structural Engineers Association of California
1.6.21 U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission

2.1 2007-2008 Planning Fees
2.2 Alcoholic Beverage Sales Establishments
2.3 Commendation Nomination Form
2.4 Cultural Resources District Residential Design Guidelines
2.5 Development Application Form
2.6 Environmental Information Form
2.7 Instructions for Filing a Development Application
2.8 Plaque Nomination Form
2.9 Supplemental Application Form
2.10 Supplemental Application Checklist
2.11 Temporary Sign Permit
2.12 Temporary Use Permit
2.13 Water Quality Management Plan

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