Community Development Department
An application for a courtesy inspection for structures within San Joaquin County’s jurisdiction that have been damaged must be submitted and processed before an inspection can be performed. Examples of damage may include Fire, Water, or Vehicular.
An application to move a structure within San Joaquin County’s jurisdiction must be submitted and processed prior to moving the structure.
You must apply online through San Joaquin County’s Online Permitting System. First time users will need a valid email address to set up an account. It takes about 5 minutes to create a new account.
For first time users, as noted above, you will need to register for a new account with our Online Permitting System. If you have an account, please continue with Step 2 below.
To create an account, click on "Apply Online" below to be routed to the Online Permitting System login page. Click on "CREATE AN ACCOUNT" in the lower right corner, and register with your email address.
You will be asked to provide the following information to open an account.
After you register, you'll receive a confirmation email.
Once you confirm your account, you're ready to apply.
Building Permit applications take about 20 minutes to complete. If you are unable to complete the application you can save your progress and return at a later time, however, the application will not be reviewed until it is submitted.
Building staff may contact you for more information, and for payment of any applicable fees. You will be contacted through the Online Permitting System, and receive emails when you have new correspondence regarding application submittal. We encourage you to collaborate with staff through the Online Permitting System, and via email.