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Electrical permits ensure projects comply with the minimum standards that help safeguard life or limb, public health, property and welfare. No electrical wiring, device, appliance, or equipment shall be installed within or on any structure or premises, nor shall any alteration, addition, or replacement be made in any existing wiring, device, appliance or equipment unless an Electrical Permit has been obtained for the work, except as exempted as stated below.
Based on your desired work scope, an electrical permit may be a Simple "No-Plan" Electrical Permit or a Plan (required) Electrical Permit. See Information Bulletin 103 to determine whether the scope of work qualifies for a Simple "No-Plan" Electrical Permit.
Simple "No-Plan" Electrical Permit
Homeowners, property owners and licensed contractors can obtain a no-plan Electrical Permit for minor installations in single-dwelling units, duplexes or townhouses and in non-historically designated properties only, including:
- Meter reset/re-connections.
- Adding circuits.
- Miscellaneous wiring, such as relocation of electrical outlets, or re-wiring.
- Temporary power poles for construction sites.
- Electric vehicle charging stations for private garages.
If your project includes a combination of electrical, mechanical and/or plumbing/gas equipment, once you are in the online permitting portal, you will need to select a Simple No-Plan Combination Permit when you initiate the application process.
Once you submit your application and pay the invoice, the permit will be issued. Once issued, an inspection can be scheduled.
Plan (required) Electrical Permit
Electrical plans and calculations are required for all buildings and structures, including multi-family residences, apartments, commercial and other non-residential properties, including all historically designated properties.
An Electrical Permit is required for all electrical work, including Electric Vehicle Charging Systems (EVCS). This permit can only be issued to a licensed California State Contractor authorized to perform electrical installations or to the property owner or lessee.
Please ensure your proposed scope of work does not require a Building Permit.
Permits & Inspections
Are you applying for a simple no-plan Electrical Permit for a minor installation? This includes:
- Meter reset/re-connections
- Adding circuits
- Miscellaneous wirings, such as relocation of electrical outlets, or re-wiring
- Temporary power poles for construction sites
- Electric vehicle charging stations for a private garages
To learn more about Simple Permits, see Information Bulletin 103.