Building
The Building Division administers State and County building codes and ordinances to ensure buildings are safe for occupancy. This is accomplished through the permitting, plan review and inspection process.
What's New in Building
May 23, 2022
Chico Unified School District - Summer Hours and School Impact Fee Increase 2022 (PDF)
May 2022
May is Building Safety Month, check out our new page dedicated to the event!
April 2, 2022
Speed Dating for Contractors - May 19th, 2022 at the Paradise Elks Lodge (Flyer) (PDF)
March 3, 2022
Building Stakeholder's Meeting - Thursday, March 24, 2022 - Development Services Training Room (PDF)
January 15, 2020
Biggs Unified School District Fee Increase (PDF)
January 6, 2020
Durham Unified School District 14-day Notice of Proposal to Implement Developer Fees (PDF)
December 28, 2020
March 10, 2020
The Building Division is now recruiting for the positions of Plan Check Engineer, Building Plans Examiner, and Building Inspector (PDF)
March 3, 2020
Building Stakeholder's Meeting (PDF)
February 28, 2020
Camp Fire Construction Connection and Home Builder's Resource Connection (PDF)
January 27, 2020
Building Permit Center opens at 6295 Skyway (PDF)
December 11, 2019
Building Stakeholder's Meeting (PDF)
2019 California Codes take effect on January 1, 2020. Local adoption of the codes was approved by the Butte County Board of Supervisors Tuesday, November 5, 2019. Select the link to view the approved Ordinance (PDF) including local amendments.
Plan Check
Plans Being Checked Today
| Type | Submission Date |
|---|---|
| Single Family | 3 weeks ago |
| Commercial | 3 weeks ago |
| Mobile Homes | 2 week ago |
| Accessory | 2 week ago |
| Solar | 3 weeks ago |
| Re-checks | 2 week ago |
Online Center
The Online Center allows Licensed Contractors and homeowners to apply for and receive building permits over the internet. It allows applicants to follow the status of their permit application and request inspections. Additionally, it allows the public to review permits and property information.
View the Online Center.
Forms & Handouts
Fees
- Building Master Fee Schedule (PDF)
- Countywide Impact Fees