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Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU)

Please follow these steps to obtain the selected permit:

STEP ONE: RESEARCH

Before preparing drawings, review the ADU rules and consult Planning/Zoning to screen your project concept for Zoning Code compliance:

EMAIL: Zoning@GlendaleCA.gov (not for plan review).
PHONE: (818) 548-2140

COUNTER CONSULTATION (including feedback on conceptual plans): https://www.GlendaleCA.gov/PlanningAppt

Make sure to clear your project with Glendale Water and Power (GWP) prior to moving to the next step. Click here for information on how to contact GWP.

STEP TWO: PREPARE DRAWINGS

Prepare architectural drawings (site plan, floor plan, elevations, roof plan, and sections, each as separate PDFs) and a photo survey (PDF) of the site and existing buildings.

If the property is a condominium, a Homeowners Association Resolution after vote (or similar such document demonstrating consent of HOA) must be provided which approves the proposed Accessory Dwelling Unit, in addition to a deed demonstrating ownership of common area/area proposed as an Accessory Dwelling Unit.

NOTICE: ADU REVIEW CHANGES

PADU (ADU Planning Clearance) applications are no longer required prior to submitting an ADU building permit application. Existing PADU applications will be completed with the ADU Review fee being paid through the existing application. Projects with no PADU will pay the ADU Review fee with the building permit. Applicants are still advised to verify their project complies with the Zoning Code prior to submitting a building permit application.

IT IS THE APPLICANT’S RESPONSIBILITY TO VERIFY THE ADU PROJECT COMPLIES WITH THE ZONING CODE PRIOR TO SUBMITTING A BUILDING PERMIT APPLICATION.

STEP THREE: APPLY FOR BUILDING PERMIT

See below links to building permit applications for ADUs. If the project includes work other than an ADU, additional building permits may be required.

Please note all applicants need to provide the property owner’s information (not the tenant or business) at the time of the application submittal. If the applicant is not the owner, the applicant will need to obtain the owner's GlendalePermits portal account email, which will be used to search and add the owner's contact during the application submission process.

Building Combination (Single Family) - Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU)

Building (Multi-Family or Condominium) - New Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU)

Building (Commercial, Commercial and Mixed Use) - Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU)

Residential New Buildings & Additions

Please follow these steps to obtain the selected permit:

STEP ONE: RESEARCH

Review the Comprehensive Design Guidelines and Development Standards for the subject site.

STEP TWO: DESIGN REVIEW

A. Consult Planning/Zoning to determine appropriate level of design review and verify Zoning Code compliance:

EMAIL: Zoning@GlendaleCA.gov (not for plan review)
PHONE: (818) 548-2140

COUNTER CONSULTATION (including feedback on conceptual plans): https://www.GlendaleCA.gov/PlanningAppt

B. Obtain direction from Planning staff regarding which Planning application(s) to submit. Go to the GlendalePermits Portal Apply and obtain approval for the appropriate Planning application per below:

Plan Type

Use For:

Required Submittal Items

Design Review Exemption

Projects that may qualify per GMC 30.47.020(G) (click on link to see list)

Photographic survey of site and building facades
Site plan
Material/product information
Other architectural sheets as appropriate

Pre-Application Review

All other projects

Click here for single-family projects

Click here for multi-family projects

STEP THREE: GWP CLEARANCE

Read this important notice regarding your responsibility to obtain Glendale Water & Power clearance for your project: click here

STEP FOUR: APPLY FOR BUILDING PERMIT

Please note all applicants need to provide the property owner’s information (not the tenant or business) at the time of the application submittal. If the applicant is not the owner, the applicant will need to obtain the owner's GlendalePermits portal account email, which will be used to search and add the owner contact during the application submission process.

SINGLE FAMILY -- CLICK APPLY only if the above steps have been completed and you have obtained Planning pre-screening approval, otherwise the permit application will be voided.
MULTI-FAMILY -- CLICK APPLY only if the above steps have been completed and you have obtained Planning pre-screening approval, otherwise the permit application will be voided.

Residential Remodel & Exterior Changes

Please follow these steps to obtain the selected permit:

STEP ONE: RESEARCH

Review the Comprehensive Design Guidelines and Development Standards for the subject site.

STEP TWO: DESIGN REVIEW

Consult Planning/Zoning to determine appropriate level of design review and verify Zoning Code compliance:
EMAIL: Zoning@GlendaleCA.gov (not for plan review)
PHONE: (818) 548-2140
COUNTER CONSULTATION (including feedback on conceptual plans): www.GlendaleCA.gov/PlanningAppt
Obtain direction from Planning staff regarding which Planning application(s) to submit. Go to the GlendalePermits Portal. Apply and obtain approval for the appropriate Planning application per below:

Plan Type	Use For:	Required Submittal Items
Design Review Exemption	Projects that may qualify per GMC 30.47.020(G) (click on link to see list)	Photographic survey of site and building facades Site plan Material/product information Other architectural sheets as appropriate
Pre-Application Review	All other projects	Click here for single-family projects Click here for multi-family projects

STEP THREE: GWP CLEARANCE

Read this important notice regarding your responsibility to obtain Glendale Water & Power clearance for your project: click here

STEP FOUR: APPLY FOR BUILDING PERMIT

Please note all applicants need to provide the property owner’s information (not the tenant or business) at the time of the application submittal. If the applicant is not the owner, the applicant will need to obtain the owner's GlendalePermits portal account email, which will be used to search and add the owner contact during the application submission process.

SINGLE FAMILY -- CLICK APPLY only if the above steps have been completed and you have obtained Planning pre-screening approval, otherwise the permit application will be voided.

MULTI-FAMILY -- CLICK APPLY only if the above steps have been completed and you have obtained Planning pre-screening approval, otherwise the permit application will be voided.

You can find a list of available building permits at this link: click here.

Residential Interior Remodel with No Exterior Changes

Re-Stucco/Siding Only

Note: If the scope of work includes any work besides re-stucco/siding (e.g. windows, doors, roofing, railing, site work, etc.), do not use this category. Instead, use the category for residential remodel with exterior changes or commercial tenant improvement.

Please follow these steps to obtain the selected permit:

Obtain Design Review Exemption approval. The approved Design Review Exemption application number will be required for the building permit application submittal to be accepted. The Design Review Exemption application requires: A) Site Plan showing areas where siding will be replaced, if not a whole-house replacement, B) Current photos of all sides of the building, C) Brochure of proposed material product information including color and finish, D) Elevations if multiple materials will be used, or if non-stucco siding is being replaced with stucco. All changes must comply with the Comprehensive Design Guidelines.
Select appropriate permit application below only once the prior step is completed. An incomplete application will be voided. Please note all applicants need to provide the property owner’s information (not the tenant or business) at the time of the application submittal. If the applicant is not the owner, the applicant will need to obtain the owner's GlendalePermits portal account email, which will be used to search and add the owner contact during the application submission process.

Single Family Stucco/Siding

Multi Family, Condominium, Commercial Stucco/Siding

Window/Door Only (New/Removal/Replacement)

Note: If the scope of work includes any work besides windows/doors (e.g. siding/stucco, roofing, railing, site work, etc.), do not use this category. Instead, use the category for residential remodel with exterior changes or commercial tenant improvement.

Please follow these steps to obtain the selected permit:

1. Research
Before preparing the required window replacement packet, consult with Planning/Zoning by one of the following methods to screen your project concept for compliance with the Window Replacement Design Guidelines:
EMAIL: Zoning@GlendaleCA.gov (not for review of window packet documents)
PHONE: (818) 548-2140
COUNTER CONSULTATION (including review of window packet documents): www.GlendaleCA.gov/PlanningAppt

2. Prepare the Window Replacement Packet
Carefully follow the instructions in the Window Replacement Handout and provide below documentation for both windows and doors. Ensure the windows comply with the Window Replacement Design Guidelines.

Site Plan;

Photo survey of all elevations and exterior windows;

Window schedule;

Product information; and

Condo HOA letter (if applicable)

Affidavit.

3. Pre-Screen
Go to the GlendalePermits Portal. Apply and obtain approval for “Plan - Design Review Exemption – Window/Door Replacement”.

4. Apply for Building Permit

Single Family Window and Door

Multi Family Window and Door

Commercial, Mixed Use - Alteration/Repair

Swimming Pool/Spa Only

Please follow these steps to obtain the selected permit:

1. Prepare a full site plan of the proposed project showing:

A. Pool location. Indicate whether in-ground or raised. If raised, indicate height.

B. Setback distances from the property lines to the proposed pool/spa (edge of water). Verify the zone at this link and see GMC 30.11.070 for setback standards (search for “pool”).

C. Any pool equipment (which must be screened/enclosed in single-family zones if within required setbacks per GMC 30.11.030);

D. Existing and proposed fencing/gates (if proposed is visible from street provide material/product information including image of product and height);

E. Any existing and proposed landscape/hardscape (if adding paving around pool more than 3’, show that required landscaping on site will be maintained per GMC 30.31); and

F. Locations of any City trees within the parkway/public-right-of-way, and locations of native oak/California bay/California sycamore trees with a cumulative diameter of 6" or more, on or within 20’ of the property, or a note indicating none.

2. Read this important notice regarding your responsibility to obtain Glendale Water & Power clearance for your project: click here

3. Go to the GlendalePermits Portal and apply for “Swimming/Spa Pool Permit (Residential).” Please note all applicants need to provide the property owner’s information (not the tenant or business) at the time of the application submittal. If the applicant is not the owner, the applicant will need to obtain the owner's GlendalePermits portal account email, which will be used to search and add the owner's contact during the application submission process.

Note: The building permit will be routed to Planning for review and approval. Design Review approval will be conducted as part of Planning review and the planner will direct the applicant to the appropriate design review application, which must be paid for and approved prior to final Planning approval.

Fences/Walls/Retaining Walls

Please follow these steps to obtain the selected permit:

1. Prepare a site plan showing the location and dimensions (height and length) of proposed walls/fences, setback distances to property lines, and material/product information. For retaining walls, show the top of grade, bottom of grade, and top of wall elevation points at various points along the wall including the tallest and shortest points. Include the location of all existing buildings/structures.

2. Ensure fence/wall complies with the Zoning Code (GMC Title 30) and Comprehensive Design Guidelines. To verify compliance and/or obtain approval, contact the Planning Division: EMAIL (no plan review):

Zoning@GlendaleCA.gov

PHONE: (818) 548-2140

COUNTER CONSULTATION (plan review): www.glendaleca.gov/PlanningAppt

3. Go to the GlendalePermits Portal. Apply and obtain approval for “Plan - Design Review Exemption.”

4. Read this important notice regarding your responsibility to obtain Glendale Water & Power clearance for your project: click here

5. Determine if your fence/wall requires a building permit:

Freestanding fences/walls require a building permit if they are taller than 7 feet, have 4 feet or taller retaining wall measured from top of wall to bottom of footing, and are adjacent to slopes, public right of way or other structures and have additional surcharge.

6. If the fence/wall requires a building permit, and if all other steps have been completed, apply for the applicable building permit below.

Residential, Multi-family, Condominium, Commercial - Fence/Wall

Patio, Trellis, BBQ, Decks, and Other Outside Features

Please follow these steps to obtain the selected permit:

1. Review the Development Standards for the site. Verify setbacks, lot coverage for covered patios and decks, landscaping, etc.

2. Prepare a full site plan of the proposed project showing:

Setback distances from the property lines to the proposed structure(s);
Dimensions and total area of proposed structure(s);
Any landscaping to be maintained and/or proposed paving. Show that required landscaping on site will be maintained per GMC 30.31); and
Locations of any oak/bay/sycamore trees on or within 20’ of the property or a note indicating none.

3. Elevations of proposed structures.

4. Photo survey of entire site including photo survey map.

5. Go to the GlendalePermits Portal. Apply and obtain approval for “Design Review Exemption”.

6. Read this important notice regarding your responsibility to obtain Glendale Water & Power clearance for your project: click here

7. Apply for appropriate permit below only when above steps are completed. Please note applicants need to provide the property owner’s information (not the tenant or business) at the time of the application submittal. If the applicant is not the owner, the applicant will need to obtain the owner's GlendalePermits portal account email, which will be used to search and add the owner contact during the application submission process.

Single-family - Addition

Multi-family or Condominium - Addition

Parking Lot Changes/Restriping

Please follow these steps to obtain the selected permit:

1. Review the Zoning Code Parking Standards (GMC 30.32 and Parking Standards Charts). Verify any proposed changes comply with all standards.

2. Prepare a drawing of the proposed parking lot layout (“parking plan”) demonstrating compliance with code standards.

3. Submit an online Plan application for "Design Review Exemption."

4. Apply for below permit. Please note all applicants need to provide the property owner’s information (not the tenant or business) at the time of the application submittal. If the applicant is not the owner, the applicant will need to obtain the owner's GlendalePermits portal account email, which will be used to search and add the owner contact during the application submission process.

Multi-family or Condominium - Alteration/Repair

Commercial, Commercial and Mixed Use - Alteration/Repair

Foundation Seismic Upgrade Pre-Approved Plans

Re-Roof

ATTENTION: If the proposal involves a change in the type of material (for example, from Spanish tile to asphalt shingle), or if the building is identified as being historic, then a Design Review Exemption application must be approved prior to the submittal of the building permit application. The approved Design Review Exemption application number will be required for the building permit application submittal to be accepted. The Design Review Exemption application requires: proposed roofing material product information including manufacturer, product, color and an image of the product (typically from a brochure/website), photo of the existing building as viewed from the street, and photo of the existing roofing material.

NOTES:

A SEPARATE PERMIT IS REQUIRED FOR A DETACHED GARAGE AND/OR ANY STRUCTURE NOT ATTACHED TO THE MAIN STRUCTURE.

ALL TEAR OFFS require solid sheathing. Gaps between individual 1 x boards must be less than 3/8". A minimum of 3/8" plywood or OSB with 6 ds@6" o/C.E.N. & 6 ds 12" o/c F.N. May be installed over existing sheathing.

WORKER'S COMPENSATION is required. Please note in accordance with the CA state license board “All active C-8 Concrete contractors, C-20 Warm-Air Heating, Ventilating and Air-Conditioning contractors, C-22 Asbestos Abatement contractors, C-39 Roofing contractors, and/or C-61/D-49 Tree Service contractors are required to carry workers' compensation insurance or a valid Certification of Self-Insurance, whether or not they have employees.

CONTRACTOR BUSINESS LICENSE (CBL): Current CBL is required prior to application submittal. Click HERE to apply. C-39 Roofing, “B”– General Building; “A” – General Engineering licensees and Owner/Builders may apply for the selected permit.

CONSTRUCTION PERMIT DECLARATION form needs to be filled out by all contractors and submitted at the time of application submittal.

PROPERTY OWNER'S PACKAGE form needs to be filled out by all Owner/Builders and submitted at the time of application submittal in addition to the Construction Permit Declaration form.

CLICK APPLY only if the requirements above have been completed. An incomplete permit application will be voided.

Demolition

PLEASE FOLLOW THESE STEPS TO OBTAIN THE SELECTED PERMIT:

NOTE: A plumbing permit will be required for the sewer cap before the demolition permit can be issued unless it is a garage, or a swimming pool. Click on the appropriate links below to apply:

Plumbing (Single Family Residential) - Sewer Cap

Plumbing (Multi-family, Condominium, Commercial) - Sewer Cap

PRE-SCREEN/REVIEW BY PLANNING

If the proposed demolition is part of a proposal for a new or modified building or structure, the demolition will be reviewed by Planning through the design review process (see instructions within this webpage under the proposed project type). Once design review approval is obtained, this step is complete. Make sure to reference the approved design review plan number when submitting in Step 4. Demolition of structure/building to be replaced by an Accessory Dwelling Unit ("ADU") will be reviewed by Planning during plan check review (no planning clearance prior to submittal of a building permit application is required).
Only if the demolition is not part of an ADU project or project for a new/modified building or structure, go to www.glendaleca.gov/permits and apply for "Demolition Planning Clearance Application."
PREPARE
1. Site Plan
2. Renovation-Demo Acknowledgement Form
3. Lead Abatement Acknowledgement
3. PROVIDE OWNER INFORMATION: All applicants need to provide the property owner’s information (not the tenant or business) at the time of the application submittal. If the applicant is not the owner, the applicant will need to obtain the owner's GlendalePermits portal account email, which will be used to search and add the owner's contact during the application submission process.
CLICK APPLY FOR BUILDING DEMO only if the above steps have been completed and you have obtained Planning pre-screening approval if required, otherwise the permit application will be voided.

Commercial New Buildings & Additions

Please follow these steps to obtain the selected permit:

STEP ONE: RESEARCH

Review the Comprehensive Design Guidelines and Development Standards for the subject site.

STEP TWO: DESIGN REVIEW

A) Consult Planning/Zoning to determine appropriate level of design review and verify Zoning Code compliance:

EMAIL: Zoning@GlendaleCA.gov (not for plan review)

PHONE: (818) 548-2140

COUNTER CONSULTATION (including feedback on conceptual plans): www.GlendaleCA.gov/PlanningAppt

B) Obtain direction from Planning staff regarding which Planning application(s) to submit. Go to the GlendalePermits Portal. Apply and obtain approval for the appropriate Planning application per below:

Plan Type	Use For:	Required Submittal Items
Design Review Exemption	Projects that may qualify per GMC 30.47.020(G) (click on link to see list).	Photographic survey of site and building facades Site plan Material/product information Other architectural sheets as appropriate
Pre-Application Review	All other projects	Photographic survey of site and building facades Architectural Plans (Site, Floor, Elevation, Section, Roof, Lighting)

STEP THREE: GWP CLEARANCE

Read this important notice regarding your responsibility to obtain Glendale Water & Power clearance for your project: click here

STEP FOUR: APPLY FOR BUILDING PERMIT

Note: All applicants need to provide the property owner’s information (not the tenant or business) at the time of the application submittal. If the applicant is not the owner, the applicant will need to obtain the owner's GlendalePermits portal account email, which will be used to search and add the owner's contact during the application submission process.

Commercial, Commercial and Mixed Use - Addition

Commercial, Commercial and Mixed Use - New

Commercial Tenant Improvement

Please identify your project type from the three scenarios below, and then follow the steps to obtain the selected permit:

SCENARIO ONE: THE PROJECT INCLUDES ADDED FLOOR AREA AND/OR EXTERIOR CHANGES:

If the project involves added floor area or exterior changes to the building, including roofing/siding/door/window changes:

Follow these steps to obtain the selected permit:

STEP ONE: RESEARCH

Review the Comprehensive Design Guidelines

and consult Planning/Zoning by one of the below methods to determine appropriate level of design review and verify Zoning Code compliance:

EMAIL: Zoning@GlendaleCA.gov (no plan review available):

PHONE: (818) 548-2140

COUNTER CONSULTATION (plan review available): www.glendaleca.gov/PlanningAppt

STEP TWO: DESIGN REVIEW

Obtain direction from Planning staff regarding which Planning application(s) to submit. Apply and obtain approval for the appropriate Planning application per below:

Plan Type	Use For:	Required Submittal Items
Design Review Exemption	Projects that may qualify per GMC 30.47.020(G) (click on link to see list).	Photographic survey of site and building facades Site plan Material/product information Other architectural sheets as appropriate
Pre-Application Review	All other new construction projects	Photographic survey of site and building facades Architectural Plans (Site, Floor, Elevation, Section, Roof, Lighting)

STEP THREE: GLENDALE WATER & POWER CLEARANCE

Read this important notice regarding your responsibility to obtain Glendale Water & Power clearance for your project: click here

STEP FOUR: APPLY FOR BUILDING PERMIT

Commercial, Commercial and Mixed Use - Alteration/Repair

Residential, Multi-family, Condominium, Commercial - Fence/Wall

Residential, Multi-family, Condominium, Commercial - Retaining Wall

Demolition

Roofing Permit

SCENARIO TWO: THE PROJECT INCLUDES A CHANGE OF USE AND INTERIOR WORK ONLY:

If the project involves interior remodel only with no added floor area and no exterior changes (e.g. window/door/siding/roofing/site changes), but involves a change of permitted use:

STEP ONE:

Consult with Planning by one of the following methods, to verify there are no zoning issues with the proposed change of use.

EMAIL:Zoning@GlendaleCA.gov (no plan review available)

PHONE: (818) 548-2140

COUNTER CONSULTATION (plan review available): www.glendaleca.gov/PlanningAppt

STEP TWO:

Apply for “Building (Commercial, Commercial and Mixed Use) – Alteration/Repair.” Type "N/A -- no exterior changes/added floor area" in the "Approved Plan Number" field within the application.

SCENARIO THREE: THE PROJECT INCLUDES NO ADDED FLOOR AREA OR CHANGE OF USE OR EXTERIOR CHANGES:

If the project involves interior remodel only with no added floor area, no change of permitted use, and no exterior changes (including roofing/siding/door/window changes), apply for “Building (Commercial, Commercial and Mixed Use) – Alteration/Repair.” Type "N/A no change of use/exterior changes/added floor area" in the "Approved Plan Number" field within the application.

Commercial Signs

Please follow these steps to obtain the selected permit:

1. Please provide the following for all proposed commercial signage (must comply with GMC 30.33 - Signs*):

Site plan showing the locations of proposed signs, location of the subject tenant space (if applicable), and dimension of frontage (if wall sign is being requested);
Fully dimensioned elevations of all signs;
Sign details, including copy, dimensions, installation, etc.

2. Ensure the business has applied and paid for a Business Registration Certificate (BRC) prior to submittal.

3. Go to the GlendalePermits Portal and apply for “Building – Sign Permit.” Please note all applicants need to provide the property owner’s information (not the tenant or business) at the time of the application submittal. If the applicant is not the owner, the applicant will need to obtain the owner's GlendalePermits portal account email, which will be used to search and add the owner's contact during the application submission process.

*For assistance interpreting the sign standards, please contact Planning by calling (818) 548-2140 or emailing zoning@glendaleca.gov.

Wireless Telecommunications Facility

Please follow these steps to obtain the selected permit:

For modifications to an existing approved facility (Section 6409a):

Verify the correct address and clearly show it on the drawings.
Obtain a copy of the approval letter for the current (not expired) Wireless Telecommunications Facility Permit or Conditional Use Permit, or the case number and date of the approval letter.
Provide a site plan showing property boundary lines and location of equipment.
Fully dimension the existing and new equipment including width, length and height.
Describe the equipment changes using common terminology, for example, state “X new antennas, replace Y equipment cabinets, Z new cables and remote radio units.”
Prepare plans, elevations of equipment, and photo survey of site and equipment.
Obtain Planning approval by going to the GlendalePermits Portal and applying for “Wireless Telecommunications Facility Exemption.”
Apply for a Building Permit on to the GlendalePermits Portal by following these last steps:

After receiving Planning clearance, note the Approved Plan Number and download the stamped drawings, and provide them when applying for a building permit.
Apply for one of below permit applications. Additional scope of work (e.g. walls, new equipment, structures, etc.) may require additional permits.
Building (Commercial, Commercial and Mixed Use) - Alteration/Repair
Electrical (Multi-Family, Condominium, Commercial)

For new facilities:

Consult Planning/Zoning to determine the appropriate application: EMAIL: (no plan review): Zoning@GlendaleCA.gov PHONE: (818) 548-2140 COUNTER CONSULTATION (plan review): www.glendaleca.gov/PlanningAppt
Obtain direction from Planning staff regarding which Planning application(s) to submit. Go to the GlendalePermits Portal. Apply and obtain approval for the appropriate Planning application.
Read this important notice regarding your responsibility to obtain Glendale Water & Power clearance for your project: click here
Apply for a Building Permit on to the GlendalePermits Portal by following these last steps:
- After receiving Planning clearance, note the Approved Plan Number and download the stamped drawings, and provide them when applying for a building permit.
- Apply for one of below permit applications. Additional scope of work (e.g. walls, new equipment, structures, etc.) may require additional permits.

Building (Commercial, Commercial and Mixed Use) - Alteration/Repair

Electrical (Multi-Family, Condominium, Commercial)

Mechanical, Electrical/Service Upgrade or Plumbing

Please follow these steps to obtain the selected permit:

MECHANICAL

ATTENTION: Replacement of rooftop equipment in the ROS, R1, or R1R zones must comply with GMC 30.30.020. If the proposal involves any new or replacement rooftop AC equipment not in the ROS, R1, or R1R zones, that is not fully screened from view of public rights-of-way by an existing rooftop parapet or existing permitted screening, then a Design Review Exemption application must be approved prior to the submittal of the building permit application. The approved Design Review Exemption application number will be required for the building permit application submittal to be accepted.

PROVIDE CF1R:CF1R (Cal Certs) approval must be attached to avoid delays in processing the permit.

CONTRACTOR BUSINESS LICENSE (CBL): Current CBL is required prior to application submittal. Click HERE to apply.

C-20 Warm-Air Heating, Ventilating, and Air-Conditioning;“B”– General Building;“A” – General Engineering licensees and Owner/Builders may apply for a mechanical single-family residential permit. Owner/Builders may NOT apply for mechanical multi-family residential permit.

CONSTRUCTION PERMIT DECLARATION form needs to be filled out by all contractors and submitted at the time of application submittal.

PROPERTY OWNER'S PACKAGE form needs to be filled out by all Owner/Builders and submitted at the time of application submittal in addition to the Construction Permit Declaration form.

PROVIDE OWNER INFORMATION: All applicants need to provide the property owner’s information (not the tenant or business) at the time of the application submittal. If the applicant is not the owner, the applicant will need to obtain the owner's GlendalePermits portal account email, which will be used to search and add the owner's contact during the application submission process.

SINGLE FAMILY -- CLICK APPLY only if the requirements above have been completed. An incomplete permit application will be voided.

MULTI-FAMILY --MULTI-FAMILY -- CLICK APPLY only if the requirements above have been completed. An incomplete permit application will be voided.

ELECTRICAL

CONTRACTOR BUSINESS LICENSE (CBL): Current CBL is required prior to application submittal. CLICK HERE to apply.

C-10 Electrical;“B”– General Building;“A” – General Engineering licensees and Owner/Builders may apply for the selected permit if single-family. For multi-family, owner/builder may NOT apply for the permit.

CONSTRUCTION PERMIT DECLARATION form needs to be filled out by all contractors and submitted at the time of application submittal.

PROPERTY OWNER'S PACKAGE form needs to be filled out by all Owner/Builders and submitted at the time of application submittal in addition to the Construction Permit Declaration form.

PROVIDE A HOME OWNER ASSOCIATION (HOA) LETTER- An HOA letter will be required at the time of submittal if the electrical work is located in a condominium.

PROVIDE OWNER INFORMATION: All applicants need to provide the property owner’s information (not the tenant or business) at the time of the application submittal. If the applicant is not the owner, the applicant will need to obtain the owner's GlendalePermits portal account email, which will be used to search and add the owner's contact during the application submission process.

ATTENTION: For ELECTRICAL NEW/UPGRADE OR TEMPORARY SERVICE- Please contact GWP Electrical Engineering at (818) 548- 3921 or GWPElectricEngineeringInfo@Glendaleca.gov for approval prior to the electrical permit application submittal.

SINGLE FAMILY -- CLICK APPLY only if the requirements above have been completed. An incomplete permit application will be voided.

MULTI-FAMILY - CLICK APPLY only if the requirements above have been completed.An incomplete permit application will be voided.

PLUMBING

CONTRACTOR BUSINESS LICENSE (CBL) - Current CBL is required prior to application submittal. CLICK HERE to apply.

C-36 Plumbing;“B”– General Building;“A” – General Engineering licensees and Owner/Builders may apply for a plumbing single family residential permit. Owner/Builders may NOT apply for plumbing multi-family residential permit.

CONSTRUCTION PERMIT DECLARATION form needs to be filled out by all contractors and submitted at the time of application submittal.

PROVIDE A HOMEOWNER ASSOCIATION (HOA) LETTER:An HOA letter will be required at the time of submittal if the plumbing work is in a condominium.

PROVIDE OWNER INFORMATION: All applicants need to provide the property owner’s information (not the tenant or business) at the time of the application submittal. If the applicant is not the owner, the applicant will need to obtain the owner's GlendalePermits portal account email, which will be used to search and add the owner contact during the application submission process.

SINGLE-FAMILY -- CLICK APPLY only if the requirements above have been completed. An incomplete permit application will be voided.

MULTI-FAMILY --CLICK APPLY only if the requirements above have been completed.An incomplete permit application will be voided.

NOTE: Plumbing - Sewer on Property-This plumbing permit is used for the main sewer line repair or new main sewer line. Any work from the sidewalk to the street requires a Public Works Engineering Permit (PW-ROW Excavation-Sewer) at (818) 548-3945.

Electric Vehicle Charging Station

Please follow these steps to obtain the selected permit:

Prepare a site plan showing the location of proposed EV equipment. If encroaching into driveways or parking spaces, demonstrate required driveway width/parking stall sizes are being maintained per GMC 30.32.
Apply per below

ELECTRICAL

CONTRACTOR BUSINESS LICENSE (CBL): Current CBL is required prior to application submittal. Click HERE to apply.

CONSTRUCTION PERMIT DECLARATION form needs to be filled out by all contractors and submitted at the time of application submittal.

PROPERTY OWNER'S PACKAGE form needs to be filled out by all Owner/Builders and submitted at the time of application submittal in addition to the Construction Permit Declaration form.

PROVIDE A HOME OWNER ASSOCIATION (HOA) LETTER- An HOA letter will be required at the time of submittal if the electrical work is located in a condominium.

PROVIDE OWNER INFORMATION: All applicants need to provide the property owner’s information (not the tenant or business) at the time of the application submittal. If the applicant is not the owner, the applicant will need to obtain the owner's GlendalePermits portal account email, which will be used to search and add the owner's contact during the application submission process.

ATTENTION: For ELECTRICAL NEW/UPGRADE OR TEMPORARY SERVICE- Please contact GWP Electrical Engineering at (818) 548- 3921 or GWPElectricEngineeringInfo@Glendaleca.govfor approval prior to the electrical permit application submittal.

SINGLE FAMILY -- CLICK APPLY only if the requirements above have been completed. An incomplete permit application will be voided.

MULTI-FAMILY - CLICK APPLY only if the requirements above have been completed. An incomplete permit application will be voided.

Solar Photovoltaic

PLEASE FOLLOW THESE STEPS TO OBTAIN THE SELECTED PERMIT:

NOTE: All Solar Photovoltaic (PV) permits need PowerClerk approval before applying.

1. PLEASE CLICK ON Guide For Applying For PV Interconnection And NEM For Under 15 KW CEC-AC Residential Systems to read about the program or visit https://gwpsolar.powerclerk.com/MvcAccount/Register?ProgramId=RJF09PUQNAMH to apply.

2. PROVIDE OWNER INFORMATION: All applicants need to provide the property owner’s information (not the tenant or business) at the time of the application submittal. If the applicant is not the owner, the applicant will need to obtain the owner's GlendalePermits portal account email, which will be used to search and add the owner's contact during the application submission process.

3. CLICK APPLY only if the above step is completed. An incomplete permit application will be voided.

Grading Plan

PLEASE FOLLOW THESE STEPS TO OBTAIN THE SELECTED PERMIT:

1. ATTENTION: CLICK HERE to read an important notice regarding your responsibility to obtain Glendale Water & Power clearance for your project.

3. CLICK APPLY only if the above step is completed. An incomplete permit application will be voided.

Public Property (“Right of Way”) – Sidewalk/Driveway/Excavation

Haul Route Permit/Oversize Vehicle Permit/Street Use Permit

Special Event Permit

Fire Department Submittals

Please follow these steps to obtain the selected permit:

Go to the GlendalePermits Portal.
Click on “Apply”
Click on “Permits”
Click on “Show Categories (upper left)”
Select and apply for the appropriate building permit

You can find a list of available building permits at this link: click here.

For specific questions related to your Fire Department plan check comments, contact the Fire Department plan reviewer directly. For plan re-submittal please email the Building plan checker.

Building Modification Form (BMOD)

Indigenous Tree Permit

STEP ONE: RESEARCH

Before submitting, please review the Indigenous Tree Ordinance to determine if you require a permit. A permit is not required for routine pruning involving the removal of any dead, dying, or diseased branches of a tree and the cutting of live interfering and weak branches not to exceed two (2) inches in diameter, performed in accordance with industry standards, and foliage reduction not to exceed one-quarter (1/4) of the total tree foliage. If you are not sure – pruning permits are free! Please apply.

Please note the tree owner’s signature must be on any permit application. Any work performed as part of an issued permit must:

Be performed in accordance with the ANSI A300 Pruning Standard and the ANSI Z133.1 Safety Standard.
If trees included in this permit border your property line, please notify your neighbors regarding any approved tree work.
Pruning should remove no more living material than what is necessary to achieve the goals specified in your application.
When removing live branches, the majority of cuts should be in the outer portion of the tree’s canopy.
The smallest diameter cut that meets the pruning objective should be preferred.
Topping, lion tailing, and/or shearing a tree’s canopy at the property line are NOT permitted. Any pruning of this nature will be considered a violation of the ordinance on the part of the contractor, the applicant, and additionally as a misrepresentation to City staff. The case will then be referred to Code Compliance.

STEP TWO: PREPARE CONTACTS AND DOCUMENTS

An application is not considered complete until the contact information for the licensed contractor, tree owner, and applicant (if different) are included. Each application must include detailed information regarding the tree(s) to the best of your ability, and clear photos of the tree(s) in question and their location within the site. An arborist report, if required for your permit type, should also be included. Please note that permits submitted without this information will be considered incomplete and cannot be processed.

STEP THREE: APPLY FOR BUILDING PERMIT

A. Go to the GlendalePermits Portal.

B. Click on “Apply”

C. Click on “Permits”

D. Click on “Show Categories (upper left)”

E. Select and apply for the appropriate indigenous tree permit. If you are unsure which best applies to your project, please contact Public Works Forestry at 818-548-3950.

SB 9 Lot Split or Housing Development

Please follow these steps to obtain the selected permit:

STEP ONE: RESEARCH

Before preparing drawings, review the SB 9 rules and consult Planning/Zoning to screen your project concept for Zoning Code compliance:

EMAIL: Zoning@GlendaleCA.gov (not for plan review).
PHONE: (818) 548-2140

COUNTER CONSULTATION (including feedback on conceptual plans): https://www.GlendaleCA.gov/PlanningAppt

STEP TWO: PRE-SCREEN

Go to the GlendalePermits Portal. Apply and obtain approval for the appropriate Planning application (“SB 9 Lot Split Parcel Map” or “SB 9 Housing Development”.

STEP THREE (LOT SPLIT): APPLY FOR PUBLIC WORKS REVIEW

Contact Public Works Engineering & Land Development to apply for a SB 9 parcel map review

Public counter: 633 E Broadway (Municipal Services Building) #205

Counter hours: Mon-Thur 7:30am-3:30pm, Fri 8am-12pm

Telephone: (818) 548-3945

STEP THREE (HOUSING DEVELOPMENT): APPLY FOR BUILDING PERMIT

Go to the GlendalePermits Portal.
Click on “Apply”
Click on “Permits”
Click on “Show Categories (upper left)”
Select and apply for the appropriate building permit

You can find a list of available building permits at this link: click here.

Other

For questions about land use entitlements not tied to a building permit, such as subdivision applications, Conditional Use Permits, etc., please contact the Planning Division:

EMAIL: Zoning@GlendaleCA.gov (not for plan review).
PHONE: (818) 548-2140

COUNTER CONSULTATION (including feedback on conceptual plans): https://www.GlendaleCA.gov/PlanningAppt

For general questions relating to building permits or questions about other permit types not listed on this page, please contact the Building & Safety Division at (818) 548-3200.

For any other questions, please call the Community Development front desk at (818) 548-3200.