Building Division

PUBLIC NOTICE: 

In observance of Thanksgiving, City Hall will be closed on Thursday, November 23, and Friday November 24, 2023. THEREFORE, NO INSPECTIONS WILL BE ON THURSDAY.

INSPECTIONS WILL RESUME MONDAY NOVEMBER 27, 2023

THE CITY OF AVENAL HAS TRANSITIONED TO AN ONLINE PERMITING SYSTEM. ALL BUILDING, LAND USE / ZONING AND LAND DIVISION PERMITS ARE ALL REQUIRED TO BE SUBMITTED ONLINE THROUGH OUR ONLINE PORTAL. PLEASE CLICK ON THE LINK BELOW TO APPLY FOR A PERMIT.


THANK YOU. 

The Building Division serves as a resource for homeowners, businesses, developers, and contractors while regulating construction to ensure the health and safety of the public.

The Building Division Of Community Development Department: 
  • Reviews building plans to ensure compliance with City, State, and Federal building code requirements
  • Issues building permits for new construction and additions to existing buildings and structures
  • Performs occupancy inspections for new businesses and residences
The City of Avenal Currently contracts with Willdan Engineering for all Building and Inspection Services and well as Building Code Enforcement. 

For more information with any questions and/or concerns, please contact the Community Development Department.

City of Avenal Building Regulations

CLICK HERE TO APPLY FOR A BUILDING PERMIT

START HERE

Forms and Applications

Building Applications and Informational Documents

  1. Avenal Standard Specifications and Drawings
  2. Building Regulations
  3. Typical Site Plan Map Drawing
  4. Patio Guideline Sheet
  5. Homeowners Guide - Do you Need a Building Permit? (English)
  6. Guía para propietarios de viviendas: ¿Necesita un permiso de construcción?(Spanish)
  7. Building Plan Requirements - New SFR Construction. (SPANISH)
  8. Building Plan Requirements - New SFR Construction
  1. Do I need a Building Permit?
  2. What do I need to Apply for a Building Permit?
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