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§ 02
When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Industry
Generally required for new buildings, additions, tenant improvements, remodels/renovations, occupancy or use changes, decks/patios/fences over 6 feet/fireplaces/pools/retaining walls, new or replaced electrical, mechanical, and plumbing items, and grading work. The City office also states all projects requiring Los Angeles County Building and Safety plan check must be submitted through BSOP after planning approval.
One-story detached accessory buildings such as tool sheds, storage sheds, playhouses, and shade structures up to 120 square feet, subject to the County's height and projection limits.
Fences not serving as pool/spa barriers and monument signs, generally up to 6 feet subject to material and setback rules.
Retaining walls not over 4 feet measured from bottom of footing to top of wall, unless supporting surcharge or certain liquids.
Decks, walks, and driveways not more than 30 inches above grade, not over a basement/story below, and not part of an accessible route.
Prefabricated pools for Group R-3 occupancy that are shallow or small enough to meet County thresholds, if installed entirely above adjacent grade.
Painting, papering, tiling, carpeting, cabinets, countertops, and similar finish work where disabled-access requirements do not apply.
Minor electrical repair work such as replacing lamps, switches, receptacles, sockets, and similar devices.
Limited plumbing repairs such as repairing leaks or clearing stoppages where pipes, valves, or fixtures are not replaced or rearranged.
Portable heating, ventilating, cooling, and certain other portable mechanical equipment.
- Exempt One-story detached accessory buildings such as tool sheds, storage sheds, playhouses, and shade structures up to 120 square feet, subject to the County's height and projection limits.
- Exempt Fences not serving as pool/spa barriers and monument signs, generally up to 6 feet subject to material and setback rules.
- Exempt Retaining walls not over 4 feet measured from bottom of footing to top of wall, unless supporting surcharge or certain liquids.
- Exempt Decks, walks, and driveways not more than 30 inches above grade, not over a basement/story below, and not part of an accessible route.
- Exempt Prefabricated pools for Group R-3 occupancy that are shallow or small enough to meet County thresholds, if installed entirely above adjacent grade.
- Exempt Painting, papering, tiling, carpeting, cabinets, countertops, and similar finish work where disabled-access requirements do not apply.
- Exempt Minor electrical repair work such as replacing lamps, switches, receptacles, sockets, and similar devices.
- Exempt Limited plumbing repairs such as repairing leaks or clearing stoppages where pipes, valves, or fixtures are not replaced or rearranged.
- Exempt Portable heating, ventilating, cooling, and certain other portable mechanical equipment.
Note: LA County states exemptions do not authorize work that violates the code or other laws, and separate plumbing, electrical, or mechanical permits may still be required even if a building permit is exempt. Zoning and other local regulations still apply.
Required documents
- Applicable permit application forms
- plans/specifications and supporting documents uploaded to BSOP
- prior planning approval when required
- agency approvals triggered by project scope
- contractor license
- government-issued ID
- and, if applicable, a California notarized authorization letter for an agent pulling the permit.
- Building code
- Los Angeles County contract-city building enforcement uses County code titles adopted into the Los Angeles County Code. As of the County's Municode update, Ordinance 2025-0047 adopted the 2025 California Building Code into Title 26 on November 25, 2025; related County titles govern electrical, plumbing, mechanical, residential, green, and existing building work. This is the current code framework applicable through the County Building and Safety office serving Industry.
- Permit validity
- Permit expires if work does not start within 12 months after issuance or if work lapses for more than 180 days after starting. Written extensions of 180 days may be granted, and an extension fee of up to 25% of the permit fee may apply.
- Owner-builder
- Los Angeles County states permits may be issued to the property owner in certain cases, or to an authorized agent representing the owner or qualified contractor. City of Industry's permit issuance page emphasizes licensed contractors for pulling permits; owner-builder eligibility is not further detailed on the City page.
- Contractor requirements
- Permit issuance page states a licensed contractor must pull the permit, with a B General license or the C license specific to the work. County guidance also states permits may only be issued to contractors with appropriate license(s), owners in certain cases, or authorized agents.
Source: Los Angeles County Building & Safety, City of Industry contract city office ↗
§ 03
Application process
Typical processing: No public City of Industry turnaround estimate was found. Based on the official workflow, timing depends on plan check review, any required agency referrals, and payment/issuance steps.
- 01 Start with the City of Industry Planning Department. The City states planning approval is needed before County plan check for projects requiring it.
- 02 Contact the City of Industry/LA County Building office before online submittal if needed. The City lists Jason Cui, Plan Checker, at 626-333-2211 ext. 174 for building plan check questions and the permit technician at 626-333-2211 ext. 118 for BSOP submittal help.
- 03 Submit building, electrical, mechanical, or plumbing applications online through BSOP, including the applicable application form(s) and plan set/supporting documents.
- 04 Pay plan check fees when invoiced or instructed. The City states plan check fees are determined under the Los Angeles County Building Code and are payable by check or credit card in person at City Hall.
- 05 After plans are approved and outside agency approvals are verified, contact the permit technician to obtain the permit and total fees.
- 06 Permit issuance requires a licensed contractor to pull the permit. The City requires the contractor license, government-issued ID, and a California notarized authorization letter if someone other than the contractor appears on the contractor's behalf.
- 07 After issuance, schedule required inspections at least one day in advance by phone or email. The County also requires the first inspection within 12 months of permit issuance and follow-up inspections at least every 180 days to avoid expiration.
- 08 Complete final inspection to close out the permit; for buildings and structures, the Building Official issues a Certificate of Occupancy when applicable.
Typical processing time: No public City of Industry turnaround estimate was found. Based on the official workflow, timing depends on plan check review, any required agency referrals, and payment/issuance steps.
Source: Los Angeles County Building & Safety, City of Industry contract city office ↗
§ 04
Fee schedule
Industry building permit fees
Fee type
Amount
01
Minimum permit fee
Permit issuance fee of $39.99 applies in addition to other listed fees in the City of Industry 2025-2026 building code fee schedule.
02
Plan check fee
The City states plan check fees are determined in accordance with the Los Angeles County Building Code. The published City of Industry schedule lists a minimum standardized plan check fee of $218.17 and additional specialized review fees where applicable.
03
Permit fee formula
Mixed. The schedule includes flat inspection fees by permit/work type and valuation-based components for some reviews, such as geotechnical review at 0.50% of proposed structure valuation, plus a plan maintenance fee equal to 2% of the building permit fee with a $14.33 minimum and $610.29 maximum.
04
Reinspection fee
The schedule lists some reinspection charges, including $316.81 for inspection or reinspection of certain Group A, Division 4 structures.
05
Penalty (no permit)
It also lists an investigation fee for work without a required permit equal to the permit fee, but not less than $487.88, with a $243.94 owner-builder exception for one- or two-family dwellings, and noncompliance fees of $146.52 for Group R-3 occupancy and $293.26 for other occupancies.
City of Industry states plan check fees may be paid by check or credit card in person at City Hall, and permit fees are payable by check made out to "City of Industry" or by credit card in person.
Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ before budgeting.
§ 05
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
How to schedule
- City of Industry directs applicants to call 626-333-2211 ext. 118 or email inspections@cityofindustry.org at least one day before the requested inspection date. County inspection guidance for contract cities also states the permit holder schedules inspections by calling the local Building and Safety office that issued the permit. County inspection information page (online)
- inspections@cityofindustry.org (email)
- 626-333-2211 (phone)
- Scheduling deadline
- The County states inspections are performed only during regular working hours and requests must be made at least 24 hours in advance. 118 or email inspections@cityofindustry.org at least one day before the requested inspection date.
- Inspection hours
- The City's plan check/permit counter service is listed Monday through Thursday, 8:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., and City Hall is generally open Monday through Thursday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Friday 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. The County states inspections are performed only during regular working hours and requests must be made at least 24 hours in advance.
- Time windows
- The City's plan check/permit counter service is listed Monday through Thursday, 8:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., and City Hall is generally open Monday through Thursday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Friday 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. The County states inspections are performed only during regular working hours and requests must be made at least 24 hours in advance.
Typical sequence: Permit issuance; post permit/inspection card when provided; request inspections at each required phase; keep work accessible and exposed; receive approval or correction notice; continue through successive phase inspections; then obtain final inspection and permit finalization. A Certificate of Occupancy is issued for buildings and structures when applicable.
Source: Los Angeles County Building & Safety, City of Industry contract city office ↗
§ 06
Frequently asked
Common questions about Industry permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Industry, CA? ▸
Generally required for new buildings, additions, tenant improvements, remodels/renovations, occupancy or use changes, decks/patios/fences over 6 feet/fireplaces/pools/retaining walls, new or replaced electrical, mechanical, and plumbing items, and grading work. The City office also states all projects requiring Los Angeles County Building and Safety plan check must be submitted through BSOP after planning approval.
02 How much does a building permit cost in Industry, CA? ▸
Building permit fees in Industry, CA are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is Permit issuance fee of $39.99 applies in addition to other listed fees in the City of Industry 2025-2026 building code fee schedule.. Fees are calculated as: Mixed. The schedule includes flat inspection fees by permit/work type and valuation-based components for some reviews, such as geotechnical review at 0.50% of proposed structure valuation, plus a plan maintenance fee equal to 2% of the building permit fee with a $14.33 minimum and $610.29 maximum.. Plan check fee: The City states plan check fees are determined in accordance with the Los Angeles County Building Code. The published City of Industry schedule lists a minimum standardized plan check fee of $218.17 and additional specialized review fees where applicable..
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Industry, CA? ▸
To apply for a building permit in Industry, CA, follow these steps: 1. Start with the City of Industry Planning Department. The City states planning approval is needed before County plan check for projects requiring it. 2. Contact the City of Industry/LA County Building office before online submittal if needed. The City lists Jason Cui, Plan Checker, at 626-333-2211 ext. 174 for building plan check questions and the permit technician at 626-333-2211 ext. 118 for BSOP submittal help. 3. Submit building, electrical, mechanical, or plumbing applications online through BSOP, including the applicable application form(s) and plan set/supporting documents. 4. Pay plan check fees when invoiced or instructed. The City states plan check fees are determined under the Los Angeles County Building Code and are payable by check or credit card in person at City Hall. 5. After plans are approved and outside agency approvals are verified, contact the permit technician to obtain the permit and total fees. 6. Permit issuance requires a licensed contractor to pull the permit. The City requires the contractor license, government-issued ID, and a California notarized authorization letter if someone other than the contractor appears on the contractor's behalf. 7. After issuance, schedule required inspections at least one day in advance by phone or email. The County also requires the first inspection within 12 months of permit issuance and follow-up inspections at least every 180 days to avoid expiration. 8. Complete final inspection to close out the permit; for buildings and structures, the Building Official issues a Certificate of Occupancy when applicable.
04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Industry, CA? ▸
Building permit processing times in Industry, CA typically run No public City of Industry turnaround estimate was found. Based on the official workflow, timing depends on plan check review, any required agency referrals, and payment/issuance steps.. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.
05 What work is exempt from building permits in Industry, CA? ▸
Not all construction work requires a permit in Industry, CA. The following work is generally exempt: One-story detached accessory buildings such as tool sheds, storage sheds, playhouses, and shade structures up to 120 square feet, subject to the County's height and projection limits.; Fences not serving as pool/spa barriers and monument signs, generally up to 6 feet subject to material and setback rules.; Retaining walls not over 4 feet measured from bottom of footing to top of wall, unless supporting surcharge or certain liquids.; Decks, walks, and driveways not more than 30 inches above grade, not over a basement/story below, and not part of an accessible route.; Prefabricated pools for Group R-3 occupancy that are shallow or small enough to meet County thresholds, if installed entirely above adjacent grade.; Painting, papering, tiling, carpeting, cabinets, countertops, and similar finish work where disabled-access requirements do not apply.; Minor electrical repair work such as replacing lamps, switches, receptacles, sockets, and similar devices.; Limited plumbing repairs such as repairing leaks or clearing stoppages where pipes, valves, or fixtures are not replaced or rearranged.; Portable heating, ventilating, cooling, and certain other portable mechanical equipment.. Note: LA County states exemptions do not authorize work that violates the code or other laws, and separate plumbing, electrical, or mechanical permits may still be required even if a building permit is exempt. Zoning and other local regulations still apply. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.
06 How do I schedule a building inspection in Industry, CA? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Industry, CA via: City of Industry directs applicants to call 626-333-2211 ext. 118 or email inspections@cityofindustry.org at least one day before the requested inspection date. County inspection guidance for contract cities also states the permit holder schedules inspections by calling the local Building and Safety office that issued the permit. County inspection information page, inspections@cityofindustry.org, 626-333-2211. The County states inspections are performed only during regular working hours and requests must be made at least 24 hours in advance. 118 or email inspections@cityofindustry.org at least one day before the requested inspection date..
last verified April 2026
source Los Angeles County Building & Safety, City of Industry contract city office ↗
entry id permits/california/los-angeles/industry
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Los Angeles County Building & Safety, City of Industry contract city office before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.