Obtaining permits is a complicated process. Let Paladin Permit Services simplify the process and help you save time and money on your next project!
Connecting you with us
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What are you looking for?
We recommend a quick phone call with us to go over a few questions to help us tailor our suggestions.
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Site Visit
A site visit is where we have a member of our team go to the site to evaluate the project and get a clearer picture of the project specifics.
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Service Agreement
The next phase involves signing a service agreement to retain our services, and then the real work can begin! We start compiling documents on the project and contacting local permitting offices.
"If you are in need of a permit, then Tom Lynch is your guy! He is very knowledgeable, knows everyone involved in the process, and is a pleasure to talk with on the phone. I really appreciated his excellent communication skills. Whenever I called or emailed him with a question or concern, he responded and got things resolved & moving within a very short time. I can't thank Tom enough for taking the stress off me and getting my permits issued in a timely manner."
Jurisdictions we have worked with
Alameda County
City of Berkley
Butte County
City of Cotati
City of Clearlake
City of Concord
Contra Costa County
Town of Danville
City of Fairfield
City of Fremont
City of Hayward
City of Healdsburg
Lake County
City of Livermore
City of Los Altos
Town of Los Gatos
County of Monterey
City of Menlo Park
Mendocino County
Napa County
City of Oakland
Town of Paradise
City of Petaluma
City of Pleasant Hill
City of Pleasanton
Sonoma County
City of Rohnert Park
City of San Jose
City of San Leandro
City of San Mateo
City of San Pablo
City of San Rafael
City of San Ramon
City of Santa Barbra
Santa Clara County
City of Santa Rosa
City of Sebastopol
City of South San Francisco
City of Sunnyvale
City of Vallejo
City of Walnut Creek
City of Windsor
FAQs
How long does it take to get a building permit?
It depends on the scope and scale of the project, presently the building departments are overwhelmed and under staffed but generally 3-6 months for a building permit.
Do I need a building permit for my ADU?
Yes, a building permit is required if the structure exceeds 120 square feet and includes electrical or plumbing components.
Do I need a permit to remodel or demolish my existing house or manufactured home?
According to the California Building Standards Code, prior to any activity such as erection, construction, enlargement, alteration, repair, movement, improvement, removal, conversion, or demolition, it is mandatory to obtain a distinct permit for each building or structure.
I need a building permit, how do I get started?
You are in the right place! First step is to reach out to us via the website or feel free to give us a call. We will conduct an initial phone consultation free of charge to go over scope and parameters of the project. If services are needed we will then schedule a site visit to walk the property and go over the project in person. The in person site visit will be a $350 dollar cost.
Why do I need a draftsman? Will I need any other consultants to get a building permit or resolve a code violation?
Most projects whether Building or Code Violation requires plans to be submitted with your application. Plans are professional documents created by a Draftsman. You will need a separate service agreement between client and draftsman. With our extended network of experienced professionals we can easily connect you with a qualified draftsman. .
Some projects may require additional consultants such as but not limited to: land surveyor, geotech, civil engineer, architectural engineer, waste water and septic engineer, home inspector etc. We have a network of consultants that we can connect with you.
I received a code violation letter from the county / city, what do I do now?
We will first need to address the code violations accrued. These violations can be found on the county website OR on the letter received by mail from the county. After review we will need to conduct a site visit to identify what needs to be corrected on the property in order to relieve the code violation(s) and if any other consultant will be needed. Generally property owners have thirty (30) days from Code enforcement notification to correct violation.
Whats the difference between an ADU and JADU?
Size is a big factor in distinguishing an Accessory Dwelling Unit vs a Junior Accessory Dwelling Unit. JADU’s are up to 500 square feet and ADU’s are typically up to 1,200 square feet. ADU’s require a bathroom and the owner may need to occupy the space while JADU’s do not require a designated bathroom but do require owner occupancy.