| Building permits are required for most construction projects and shall apply to the construction, alteration, movement, enlargement, replacement, repair, equipment, use and occupancy, location, maintenance, removal and demolition of every building or structure or any appurtenances connected or attached to such buildings or structures.
Some exemptions are:
►fences under 42inches high; storage sheds, playhouses, glasshouses, pagodas, gazebos and similar
structures, provided the floor area does not exceed 120 square feet;
► platforms, walks and decks not over 30 inches above grade
► painting, papering flooring wall hangings and similar finish work
► playground equipment normally does NOT require a building permit
► repair of minor plumbing leaks or drains do not require a building permit. For a complete list of exemptions see Huntington Beach Municipal Code 17.02.030)
For best results contact the Planning Department at 714-536-5271. To report suspected non-permitted construction activity please contact Code enforcement 714-375-5155 or
For further information or assistance, please submit a service request (below) for "Illegal Construction / No Permits".
Your request is automatically routed to the proper City department and you will receive notification of its status via email or phone.
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