Yes, you will need an electric permit. You will also need to contact SDG&E to obtain a “service order package” to insure that the proposed work complies with SDG&E’s standards and regulations. SDG&E will disconnect your utilities to enable your electrician to complete the project and will then reconnect them after the Building Inspector notifies them that the work has passed a final inspection.

Except for minor work permits that can be issued over the counter, the initial plan check takes approximately 10 to 15 working days. Resubmittals take approximately 5 to 8 working days.

A building permit is a license that grants legal permission to start construction of a building project. Permits allow the enforcement of the codes that have been adopted as law by the State of California. They enable the building official to ensure that the design and construction meets minimum code requirements and that the appropriate materials are used.

You can now create an on line account with our Customer Self Service Portal to check the status of your plan checks 24/7. You can also contact the Building Division at 442-339-2719 or building@carlsbadca.gov. Be sure to provide your street address or the plan check number assigned when you submitted your plans.

In general, any work that alters your structure requires a permit. Some work doesn’t need a permit. Not sure if your work requires a permit? Please email us at building@carlsbadca.gov.

Inspections occur from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday. You can request a morning or afternoon inspection, and we will do our best to accommodate your schedule. An adult must be present to allow the inspector access to the site. Special arrangements may be made by contacting the Building Division at 442-339-2700 between 7:30 and 8 a.m. the day of the inspection.