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§ 02
When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Newman
Examples include patio covers, new rear sheds over 120 square feet, swimming pools, house additions, reroofing, HVAC new or replacement work, water heaters, water softeners, plumbing beyond minor repairs or clearing stoppages, and all electrical projects except receptacle or fixture replacement.
Window and door retrofit work when no framing is needed and no paper is exposed
Receptacle or fixture replacement in electrical work
Minor plumbing repairs and clearing stoppages
Sheds under 120 square feet generally require a zoning permit, not a building permit
- Exempt Window and door retrofit work when no framing is needed and no paper is exposed
- Exempt Receptacle or fixture replacement in electrical work
- Exempt Minor plumbing repairs and clearing stoppages
- Exempt Sheds under 120 square feet generally require a zoning permit, not a building permit
Note: The city list is non-exhaustive and subject to change. If uncertain, call the Building Department before starting work.
Required documents
- Completed building permit application
- Supporting project details and permits applicable to the project
- Contractor name and license information
- Signed contractor declaration when applicable
- Owner-builder declaration if the owner is acting as builder
- ESCP for soil-disturbance projects
- Planning Department approval for ADUs before permit submission
- Building code
- California Building Code - 2025 Edition of Title 24 Part 2 Volume 1 and 2, with city additions and amendments.
- Permit validity
- Permits expire 12 months from issue date.
- Owner-builder
- Owner-builder permits are allowed, but require the owner-builder declaration and acknowledgment.
- Contractor requirements
- Building permit application includes licensed contractor declaration and workers' compensation statements. Contractors are expected to be licensed and bonded per California law.
§ 03
Application process
Typical processing: Plan checks usually take about 10 days.
- 01 Download the correct application from Building Department E-Docs for the project type.
- 02 Complete the form legibly and accurately, including contact information and permit details.
- 03 Submit the permit application in person at City Hall or by email, using the address listed on the application header.
- 04 City staff issues an invoice after a complete package is received for over-the-counter projects; plan check projects go through review.
- 05 If plan check is required, review is typically around 10 days, depending on workload and project type.
- 06 Pay the invoice by card or check; phone payments are not accepted.
- 07 Schedule inspections and proceed through the required inspection sequence.
Typical processing time: Plan checks usually take about 10 days.
§ 04
Fee schedule
Newman building permit fees
Fee type
Amount
01
Minimum permit fee
$118
02
Plan check fee
65% of permit fee unless specified otherwise for a project type. Expedited plan check is doubled.
03
Permit fee formula
Valuation-based and square-footage tables for most building types, often shown as a base charge plus permit processing and inspection components.
04
Reinspection fee
$145 per hour cost recovery for reinspection or investigation
05
Penalty (no permit)
Additional plan review is also listed at $145 per hour.
No phone payments accepted; payment is by in-person card or check, and checks may be mailed to P.O. Box 787, Newman, CA 95360.
Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ before budgeting.
§ 05
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
How to schedule
- 209-862-3725 option 8 (phone)
- buildingdepartment@cityofnewman.gov (email)
- Scheduling deadline
- Inspections can be scheduled at least 1 day to no more than 1 week out.
- Inspection hours
- Monday-Thursday, 8:00 AM-12:00 PM and 1:00 PM-5:00 PM.
- Time windows
- 8:00 AM-12:00 PM or 1:00 PM-5:00 PM
Typical sequence: Typical sequence includes foundation, shear or roof nailing, frame inspection, plumbing and mechanical at time of inspection, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, gypsum or lath, T-bar ceiling, insulation, and miscellaneous inspection.
§ 06
Frequently asked
Common questions about Newman permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Newman, CA? ▸
Examples include patio covers, new rear sheds over 120 square feet, swimming pools, house additions, reroofing, HVAC new or replacement work, water heaters, water softeners, plumbing beyond minor repairs or clearing stoppages, and all electrical projects except receptacle or fixture replacement.
02 How much does a building permit cost in Newman, CA? ▸
Building permit fees in Newman, CA are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is $118. Fees are calculated as: Valuation-based and square-footage tables for most building types, often shown as a base charge plus permit processing and inspection components.. Plan check fee: 65% of permit fee unless specified otherwise for a project type. Expedited plan check is doubled..
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Newman, CA? ▸
To apply for a building permit in Newman, CA, follow these steps: 1. Download the correct application from Building Department E-Docs for the project type. 2. Complete the form legibly and accurately, including contact information and permit details. 3. Submit the permit application in person at City Hall or by email, using the address listed on the application header. 4. City staff issues an invoice after a complete package is received for over-the-counter projects; plan check projects go through review. 5. If plan check is required, review is typically around 10 days, depending on workload and project type. 6. Pay the invoice by card or check; phone payments are not accepted. 7. Schedule inspections and proceed through the required inspection sequence.
04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Newman, CA? ▸
Building permit processing times in Newman, CA typically run Plan checks usually take about 10 days.. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.
05 What work is exempt from building permits in Newman, CA? ▸
Not all construction work requires a permit in Newman, CA. The following work is generally exempt: Window and door retrofit work when no framing is needed and no paper is exposed; Receptacle or fixture replacement in electrical work; Minor plumbing repairs and clearing stoppages; Sheds under 120 square feet generally require a zoning permit, not a building permit. Note: The city list is non-exhaustive and subject to change. If uncertain, call the Building Department before starting work. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.
06 How do I schedule a building inspection in Newman, CA? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Newman, CA via: 209-862-3725 option 8, buildingdepartment@cityofnewman.gov. Inspections can be scheduled at least 1 day to no more than 1 week out..
last verified April 2026
source Building Department, City of Newman ↗
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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Building Department, City of Newman before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.