The Building Department issues building permits to homeowners and licensed contractors to regulate construction within the City limits. We work closely with the Planning and Engineering Divisions to help maintain a small-town feeling while ensuring that modern-day building safety requirements are met.

Permit Center

The Permit Center provides permit processing information and assistance as well as conducting building and development plan reviews for projects located within the City.

Building Permit applications may be submitted over the counter between the hours of 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. Plan check and permit fees will be identified as part of the intake process with a Permit Technician.

The International Building codes are followed not only to protect your health and safety, but that of your property investment as well.

• Building Permit Application
• Fee Schedule
• Business License Required for Contractors
• Building Forms and Handouts

Discover a variety of rebates and incentives for residential and commercial construction projects.

Contact Information

Permit Center - Email us
525 Henrietta Street 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
(925) 372-3550 or (925) 372-3534

Plan Checker - Email us
(925) 372-3529

Building Inspectors - Email us
(925) 372-3549 or (925) 372-3526

Building Inspection Request Recorder
(925) 372-3596

The City of Martinez currently observes the holidays, listed HERE. The City will continue the practice of City Hall closure and suspension of non-essential City functions for the period from Christmas Eve through New Year's Day.