When is a permit required?

Before a structure in the City of Zendesk can be built, constructed, enlarged, altered, repaired, moved, improved, removed, converted or demolished, a permit for that work is required. This includes single-family homes, multi-unit residential buildings and commercial buildings. It also includes, but not limited to, signs, fences, patio covers, pools, hot tubs and ponds. Please refer to the 2013 California Building Code, Section 105 for additional information.

Some examples of construction activity that require a permit include:

• Construction of new Buildings

• Construction of Tenant Improvements

• Additions and remodels

• Installation of signs

• Upgrade or replace electric service panels

• Add, replace or move outlets, lights, switches or other electrical equipment

• Add, replace or move registers, ducts or mechanical equipment

• Add, replace or move plumbing lines or plumbing fixtures

• Demolition • Patio Covers, Enclosures and Decks

• Pools and Spas

• Retaining walls supporting a surcharge

• Block walls over 7’high

• Accessory structures

• Re-roofs

• Re-pipes

• Water heater and water softener change-outs

• Window and door change-outs

• Drywall replacement

• Repairs of damaged areas

• Stucco and siding

This list gives examples of some of the type of work that require permits. There are other work types that may require permits that are not on this list. If you are unsure if your project requires a permit, please call the Building Division at [phone] + 0 to assist you in making a determination.