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§ 02
When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Fillmore
Construction, additions, alterations, and similar structural work requiring City approval must have a permit before proceeding. Work started without a required permit is subject to special processing penalties.
One-story detached accessory structures under 120 square feet with no plumbing, electrical, or mechanical features and limited uses
Fences not over 6 feet in height
Masonry or concrete walls and certain retaining walls under listed limits
Some minor awnings and flagpole uses as sized and positioned in code text
Utility transmission or operational activities excluded from permit scope in narrow circumstances
- Exempt One-story detached accessory structures under 120 square feet with no plumbing, electrical, or mechanical features and limited uses
- Exempt Fences not over 6 feet in height
- Exempt Masonry or concrete walls and certain retaining walls under listed limits
- Exempt Some minor awnings and flagpole uses as sized and positioned in code text
- Exempt Utility transmission or operational activities excluded from permit scope in narrow circumstances
Note: Any exemption is limited to the stated conditions and does not waive other code violations.
Required documents
- Completed permit application
- Construction plans
- Valuation and project description
- Applicant and contractor contact information
- License information for the applicant or contractor
- Building code
- City ordinance history shows adoption of the 2022 California Building, Residential, Plumbing, Electrical, Mechanical, Fire, Existing Building, Green Building, and Energy codes with local amendments.
- Permit validity
- Permit work must commence within 1 calendar year, cannot be stopped for more than 6 months, and must be completed within 3 years. Expired permits require renewal before recommencement.
- Owner-builder
- Owner-builder rules were not fully detailed in the publicly accessible permit form extract.
- Contractor requirements
- Permit-related work is expected to route through licensed professionals, and City materials reference licensed contractors and standard California compliance expectations.
§ 03
Application process
Typical processing: No published standard processing timeline was found on current City permit pages.
- 01 Contact Building & Safety or Planning staff if the project scope is unclear.
- 02 Review required documentation and complete the City's permit application packet.
- 03 Submit the application and supporting plans or documents.
- 04 Pay required permit and plan-review related fees.
- 05 Address plan review comments and final inspection requirements.
- 06 Obtain permit issuance and inspection scheduling authorization.
- 07 Keep permit documents on site and request inspections by phone before work progresses.
Typical processing time: No published standard processing timeline was found on current City permit pages.
§ 04
Fee schedule
Fillmore building permit fees
Fee type
Amount
01
Plan check fee
Included in permit processing and plan review workflow. Special processing applies when work starts without first obtaining a permit.
02
Permit fee formula
Valuation-based fee schedule framework is referenced, with plan review assessed separately.
03
Reinspection fee
$50 re-inspection fee cited in the inspection FAQ
04
Penalty (no permit)
Ordinance language references investigation and special processing fees depending on permit status compliance.
Online card and merchant payments are available.
Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ before budgeting.
§ 05
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
How to schedule
- (805) 524-7125 (phone)
- Scheduling deadline
- Requests must be made by 5:00 PM on the prior business day.
- Inspection hours
- Support hours generally 8:00 AM-4:00 PM, Monday-Friday
Typical sequence: Typical inspection sequence includes grading if applicable, underground work, foundation or slab, framing and rough inspection stages, insulation or lath or wall stages, and final inspections.
§ 06
Frequently asked
Common questions about Fillmore permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Fillmore, CA? ▸
Construction, additions, alterations, and similar structural work requiring City approval must have a permit before proceeding. Work started without a required permit is subject to special processing penalties.
02 How much does a building permit cost in Fillmore, CA? ▸
Building permit fees in Fillmore, CA are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. Fees are calculated as: Valuation-based fee schedule framework is referenced, with plan review assessed separately.. Plan check fee: Included in permit processing and plan review workflow. Special processing applies when work starts without first obtaining a permit..
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Fillmore, CA? ▸
To apply for a building permit in Fillmore, CA, follow these steps: 1. Contact Building & Safety or Planning staff if the project scope is unclear. 2. Review required documentation and complete the City's permit application packet. 3. Submit the application and supporting plans or documents. 4. Pay required permit and plan-review related fees. 5. Address plan review comments and final inspection requirements. 6. Obtain permit issuance and inspection scheduling authorization. 7. Keep permit documents on site and request inspections by phone before work progresses.
04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Fillmore, CA? ▸
Building permit processing times in Fillmore, CA typically run No published standard processing timeline was found on current City permit pages.. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.
05 What work is exempt from building permits in Fillmore, CA? ▸
Not all construction work requires a permit in Fillmore, CA. The following work is generally exempt: One-story detached accessory structures under 120 square feet with no plumbing, electrical, or mechanical features and limited uses; Fences not over 6 feet in height; Masonry or concrete walls and certain retaining walls under listed limits; Some minor awnings and flagpole uses as sized and positioned in code text; Utility transmission or operational activities excluded from permit scope in narrow circumstances. Note: Any exemption is limited to the stated conditions and does not waive other code violations. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.
06 How do I schedule a building inspection in Fillmore, CA? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Fillmore, CA via: (805) 524-7125. Requests must be made by 5:00 PM on the prior business day..
last verified April 2026
source Building & Safety (City of Fillmore) ↗
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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Building & Safety (City of Fillmore) before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.