County Building Permits

San Bernardino County Building Permit Guide

Building permit information for unincorporated San Bernardino County and all incorporated cities and towns. Find your jurisdiction's permit authority, application process, fees, and requirements.

California Updated March 2026

Important: San Bernardino County issues building permits only for properties in unincorporated areas of the county. If your property is inside an incorporated city or town, select your jurisdiction below - that local building department handles your permits, not the county.

Unincorporated San Bernardino County

Permit authority
San Bernardino County Land Use Services Department, Building and Safety Division
Inspection scheduling
EZ Inspect
Contact
(909) 387-8311 | luscustomerservice@lus.sbcounty.gov

Cities in San Bernardino County

Select your city or town for local permit authority, portal links, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.

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Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change - confirm current requirements directly with the relevant city, town, or county department before applying.

Related California Resources

License Requirements Verify your contractor's CSLB license → Contract Template Free homeowner-contractor agreement →

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Important: This page is an educational resource provided by jaspector.com. It is not legal advice, and it does not substitute for official guidance from the permit authorities listed above. Permit requirements, fees, and processes change frequently. Always verify current requirements directly with the issuing department before beginning any construction project. Use of this page does not create an attorney-client relationship. Jaspector assumes no liability for any outcomes arising from reliance on this information.