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Building Division
City Offices are open to the public. If you are needing to submit a building permit application you may do so in person or via email. Our physical address is 6617 Third St., Riverbank CA 95367.
SOLAR SUBMITTALS: Easy! Quick! Online Permit (Click here)
Business license's are included as part of the building permit application process.
The City's Building Division is responsible for the enforcement of codes, laws, ordinances and regulations pertaining to commercial and residential building constructions and remodeling within the city.
2025 California Building Code Update
The 2025 California Building Standards Code (California Code of Regulations, Title 24) will take effect on January 1, 2026. This code update will include several new provisions that may affect the way buildings are designed, constructed, and remodeled within the City. Please see the Notice To All Property Owners, Builders, Contractors & the General Public for more information.
Services & Regulations
The Building Division provides services necessary to insure that construction within the city is performed in a safe and lawful manner by regulating:
- ADA Law
- Demolition of Structures
- Energy Conservation
- Life & Safety
- Permit Activities
- Seismic Safety
- Uniform Construction Codes
- Cal Green Building Code
California Law States: Any work performed valued at $500 or more (including labor and materials) must be completed by a California State Licensed Contractor.
Division Enforcement
Enforcement is accomplished by:
- Application Review
- Plan Check Services
- Processing Building permits
- Performing Inspections
- Responding to Complaints
Green Waste Disposal Sites
What You Should Know Before You Hire a Contractor!
- Make sure they are licensed by the Contractor's State License Board. Law states that work performed in California that is valued at $500 or more must be completed by a State Licensed Contractor. Report unlicensed activity
- Verify their State Contractor's License Number and current status on-line or by calling 1-800-321-CSLB (2752).
- Get at least 3 bids and check their references. How to find the right contractor.
- Take your time before you make a decision about hiring a contractor. Be advised that unlicensed individuals pose a risk to you and the family's financial security. In California, it is a misdemeanor to engage in the business or act in the capacity of a contractor without a license issued by the California State License Board. 2023 California Contractors License Law and Reference Book
Information for Contractors!
- Know the Law - In the State of California, it is illegal for $500 or more (including labor and materials) without a valid license issued by the California State License Board. This includes work done to construct or alter any building, highway, road, parking facility, railroad, excavation, or other structure. 2021, California Contractors License Law and Reference Book
- Don't take the risk! The CSLB has established Statewide Investigative Fraud Teams (SWIFT) that conduct undercover sting operations and target inspections to curtail illegal and unlicensed contracting activities. Subsequent violations increase criminal penalties and fines.
- Interested in becoming a licensed contractor? Click here to see the CSLB Blue Print for becoming a California Licensed Contractor.
- Building your career as a licensed contractor. Download brochure
- Contractor Tips for Advertising
- Review the current CSLB Newsletter
- CalGreen Construction Waste Management Requirements: https://calrecycle.ca.gov/lgcentral/library/canddmodel/instruction/newstructures/