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BUILDING DIVISION
The Building
Division reviews and approves all
building plans, issues building,
electrical, mechanical, plumbing, and
other permits, and inspects buildings
and projects under construction.
The Building Division
also inspects existing structures for
unsafe or dilapidated conditions and
begins the abatement process if necessary
under the authority of the Uniform Code
for the Abatement of Dangerous
Buildings. Code Enforcement is an
integral part of the Division,
responsible for safety, health, and
various state and city code compliance.
PERMITS
A Building Permit
is required anytime a building or
structure, or any electrical, plumbing,
or mechanical system is to be erected,
constructed, enlarged, altered,
repaired, moved, improved, removed,
converted or demolished. There are some
exceptions to this requirement and
you should contact the Building
Division to see if a permit is
required. To obtain a Building Permit Application,
please see below. The
owner, or owners contractor, or owners
agent (with signed letter from the
owner) may then pay the fees and sign
for the permit in person.
Work Exempt from Permits
PERMIT APPLICATIONS
Building Submittal Requirements
Building Permit Application
Re Roof Permit Application
Sample Plot Plan
Patio Detail
Contractors Business Lic App
Residential Fire Sprinkler Plan Review
Submittal
Residential Fire Sprinkler FAQ
Building Permit Counter at the City Hall:
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8AM until 12PM - 1PM until
5PM Monday
through Thursday.
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Phone: (559) 891-2208
Fax: (559) 896-5909
PLAN CHECK
Please call the
Building Division if you are unsure if
you need to submit plans with your
Permit Application. Generally, plans
are needed whenever new construction is
involved. Also, plans are required for
major remodels, patio covers, carports,
etc.
Plan Check Requirements:
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For residential and
commercial projects—3 complete sets of
plans
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Sets may include: site
plan, foundation plan, floor plans,
elevations, electrical, plumbing,
mechanical, roof framing, etc.
depending on scope of project.
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See submittal details above:
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
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Codes Enforced: 2010
California Building Code, 2010
California Mechanical Code, 2010
California Plumbing Code, 2010
California Electrical Code
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2010 California Code for
the Abatement of Dangerous Buildings
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California Code of
Regulations, Title 24 for Disabled
Access
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California Code of
Regulations, Title 24 Energy
Conservation requirements
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Climate Zone 13, Seismic
Zone 3
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Minimum Basic Wind Speed
85 MPH, Wind Design Exposure C
INSPECTIONS
Inspections are
required after obtaining a building,
electrical, plumbing, or mechanical
permit. When the permit is issued, you
will be informed of the required
inspections for your project. When the
work is ready for inspection, you must
call the 24 HOUR Inspection Request
Line (559) 891-2220.
Provide the following information:
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Jobsite address
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Permit Number
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Day of Inspection
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Type of inspection
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Your name
Your request must
be on the answering machine before 3:30
PM for an inspection to be done on the
following
day. Inspections are generally between the
hours of 8:30 AM and 3:30 PM. If you
need to speak to the inspector before
the inspection, feel free to call (559)
891-2208 between the hours of 8-9 AM or
4-5PM.
In order to perform
the inspections in an efficient manner,
please remember
When the Inspector Arrives:
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Have your permit and Job
Card on the Jobsite.
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Have the City approved
plans on the Jobsite.
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Have any previous “Outcome
of Inspection” notices available.
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Provide a ladder if the
inspector needs to get on the roof or in
the attic.
PHONE NUMBERS
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Selma Community
Development (559) 891-2208
Fax (559) 896-5909
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Inspections 24 Hour
Request Line (559) 891-2220
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SKF Sewer District (559)
897-6500
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Selma Unified School
District (559) 898-6500
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Fresno County Health
Department (559) 600-3357
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California Water Service
(559) 896-4546
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Selma Disposal (559)
891-7694
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San Joaquin Valley
Pollution Control District (559)
497-1040
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Comcast (cable TV) (559)
253-4050
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Pacific Gas and Electric
(559) 891-2139
LINKS
CODE ENFORCEMENT
Selma Code
Enforcement ensures that all codes
relating to the health and safety of the
public at large are enforced. It's
responsibility is to identify and inform
the residents of possible violations.
In addition to
health and safety, Code Enforcement
works with city staff and dedicated
volunteers to educate and assist the
general public of its responsibilities
pertaining to neighborhood deterioration
and blight, and when necessary, to
enforce the standards of the community.
What Codes Does the City Enforce?
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Business Licenses and
Permits
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Vehicle abatements
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Graffiti removal
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Waste recycling
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Water conservation
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Zoning laws
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Signage and banners
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California smoking laws
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Hazardous materials
regulations
COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT STAFF
Vacant
Director
Vacant
Senior Planner
Vacant
Associate Planner
Bryant Hemby
Assistant Planner
Bryanth@cityofselma.com
Jerry Howell
IS/GIS Supervisor
Jerryh@cityofselma.com
Dan Ruiz
Building Inspector
Danielr@cityofselma.com
Vacant
Code Enforcement Officer
Vacant
Code Enforcement Officer
Vacant
Building Permit Tech CITY
HALL
1710 TUCKER STREET, SELMA, CA 93662
TELEPHONE: (559) 891-2208
FAX: (559) 896-1068
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