Licensee Alert: Printing Disruption
Attention Licensees: DCA’s printing provider is currently experiencing technical difficulties and, as a result, the printing of Architects renewals, certificates, licenses, and letters is delayed. Printing interruption began on April 13, 2023. At this time, DCA does not have an estimated time of restoration. Updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
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This section guides you to your local building department. There are numerous building departments in California.
According to the California Building Standards Code, no building or structure may be erected, constructed,
enlarged, altered, repaired, moved, improved,
removed, converted, or demolished unless a separate permit for each building or structure has first been obtained
from the building official.
Code requirements vary in different cities and counties around the state. Check with your local building department
to find out what’s needed in
your area. Selecting a city will take you to the associated county page. If a city does not have a hyperlink, you
may want to check with the associated
county for further information.
