What We Do
The Building & Safety Division ensures that all residential, commercial, and other construction in the City meets or exceeds the minimum requirements of codes that have been adopted by both the State of California and the City of Grand Terrace. The Department also checks for compliance with state mandates, building practices, manufacturer requirements and specific design.
The Building and Safety Division serves the residents and developers within the city by:
- Answering general questions relating to construction, inspections, permits, etc.
- Providing plan review services.
- Issuing grading and building permits.
- Providing field inspections for construction projects with active permits.
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List of Building Permits Issued
Permits Issued (Jan. 1, 2019 to Dec. 20, 2019)
Permits Issued (Dec. 16, 2019 to Feb. 7, 2020)
2019 Code Summary of Changes
2019 California Building Code Summary of Changes
2019 California Electrical Code Summary of Changes
2019 California Mechanical Code Summary of Changes
2019 California Plumbing Code Summary of Changes
Currently Adopted Codes
California Building Code 2019 Edition, Volumes 1, 2
California Electrical Code 2019 Edition
California Mechanical Code 2019 Edition
California Plumbing Code 2019 Edition
California Referenced Standards Code 2019 Edition
California Residential Code 2019 Edition
California Green Building Standards Code 2019 Edition
California Fire Code 2019 Edition
California Energy Code 2019 Edition
California Historical Building Code 2019 Edition
California Existing Building Code 2019 Edition
California Administrative Code 2019 Edition
Planning, Building & Safety And Engineering Fees
Planning, Building & Safety And Engineering Fees