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An Infraction Citation may be issued for all remaining violations of the Housing Code. The bail fee for each violation is $271.00 payable to the Municipal Court. The maximum fine per building for infraction or misdemeanor citations is $7,500.00.

A building permit for detached one and two-family units, dwellings or townhouses, as defined in the California Residential Code, and their accessory structures, shall expire two years after the date of permit issuance. A Building Permit for all other projects shall expire four years after the date of permit issuance.

So, what constitutes as a finished basement? A basement is finished when the entire level is complete and similar to the upstairs living areas. It generally includes an electrical system, heat, finished floors, an accessible entrance/stairway, level ceilings, and finished walls.

PERMITS AND INSPECTIONS ARE REQUIRED FOR THE FOLLOWING: New Attached or Detached Buildings and Structures (Residential and Non-Residential) with a floor area greater than 120 square feet Tenant Improvements. Roof and Ground Mount Solar Installation. Patio Covers (Solid and Lattice) Enclosed Patios.

An alteration permit is required for all commercial bathrooms. A permit is not required for residential bathrooms but plumbing and electrical permits are always required.

A permit may be valid for no more than 5 years from its issue date. (h) The permit holder shall keep a copy of the permit on the work site until the completion of the construction.

Cost: Permit fees are 6 to 9% of building costs.

For Example, you need a permit if you perform or authorize the performance of: Adding a room. Build, demolish, or move a carport, garage, or shed of more than 120 square feet and/or greater than 10' in height. Finish and attic, garage, or basement to make additional living space.

If (when) the local building department discovers that you've been working without a permit, they may notify you to cease work until you receive the proper building permit. You may be charged $500 or more per day for violating building permit laws. Your county can also put a lien on your home if you don't pay the fine.

Contractors who violate the law are subject to disciplinary action by CSLB, including civil penalty assessments of up to $5,000 per violation, an order of correction that requires payment of permit fees and any assessed penalties imposed by the local building department, and suspension or revocation of the license.