Building Permits
BUILDING PERMITS
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"How to" And Information
Building permits are required for many projects ranging from new building construction to fences, fireplaces, and signs. Once a complete set of plans for a project has been approved by the Planning Division, and the applicant presents receipt of payment for Los Angeles County Sewer Connection and Sewer Tap fee, a building permit will be issued for the project. However, additional permits may be required depending on the nature of the work.
The most commonly sought permits required for new construction are:
• Electrical permits for new electrical service equipment installation, existing service relocations, electrical service increases, and fixed appliance and equipment connections;
• Mechanical permits for the addition, replacement, repair, or alteration of mechanical systems in structures. This includes gas lines, propane tanks, installation of sprinkler systems, and associated piping for flammable liquids; and
• Plumbing permits for all plumbing work including water service, drains, water mains, sewage disposal systems, and related fixtures and appliances.
Building permits vary in cost according to the type of construction proposed. Fees may vary due to the type and number of stories of the proposed construction. Currently, the City of Bell has adopted Los Angeles County fees by reference pursuant to section 15.04.030 of the Bell Municipal Code with and increase of one and a half times the adopted county fees.
Please call us at (323) 588-6211 or email us at BuildingandSafety@cityofbell.org, or you can contact Building Permit Technician Pearl Sanchez at psanchez@cityofbell.org.
Building Permit Applications can be accessed through the attached link and filled out, signed and sent to BuildingandSafety@cityofbell.org for processing. The Building Technician will contact you with the fees and next steps.
Permit Applications and Forms
For more information for homeowners and contractors, please visit the Contractors State License Board at http://www.cslb.ca.gov/