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Plan Check and Permit Issuance

  • *NEW* Same-Day Solar Permits for Single Family: Permits can now be obtained by licensed contractors same-day through PermitsDIRECT! powered by Symbium
  • *NEW* Production Solar from an Approved Solar Master Plan: Permits can now be obtained by licensed contractors same-day through PermitsDIRECT!
  • *NEW* The minor residential permits listed below can now be obtained by licensed contractors same-day for through PermitsDIRECT!:
    • Residential Reroof
    • Residential Water Heater (Like for Like)
    • Residential AC Replacement (Like for Like)
    • Residential Small Miscellaneous Combo Permit
      • Electrical fixtures and/or outlets, indoors or outdoors.
      • Panel Upgrade
      • Plumbing fixtures, e.g. toilet, sink, drain, faucet
      • Gas outlets (Interior Only)
      • Sewer connection
      • Grilles and ducting for AC/heating
      • Water supply re-pipe
  • Minor residential permits that do not qualify for same-day permits: (These include residential pools and spas, gas line, patio covers, minor bathroom/kitchen remodels, and commercial re-roof.) Please submit your Application Package through the IrvineReady! Online Plan Submission Portal as indicated below. These projects will have a target date of two business days. 
  • Encroachment Permits and Wide Load Permits: Please email your Application Package to Buildingplancheck@cityofirvine.org and await further instructions. PLEASE PUT THE PERMIT TYPE IN THE SUBJECT LINE. You will be emailed a link to pay fees and upload any additional documents required for permit issuance. 
  • New Project Submittals not outlined in more detail above: All plans must be submitted online though the City’s IrvineREADY! system which can be accessed here.

For Variance, Overtime Inspection, TCO, TU, and Deputy Inspection Application, please click here.

Please choose from the links below to access all required documents for your E-Plan submittal in the Online Plan Submission Portal. Save a copy of your completed forms and upload them to the Attachments tab in your goPost dashboard, leaving only plan sheets in the Plans tab.

Building and Grading

Entitlement/Planning

Public Works Engineering

Still having trouble with your online submittal? The Community Development Department now offers in-person appointments to assist you with the process. Appointments can be scheduled Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. When scheduling an appointment, please include the reason for your visit. The more detail you provide, the better staff can prepare for your appointment.

Appointments can be made for the following services:

Permit Services will offer in-person assistance with online submittals.

Building & Safety Plan Check will offer in-person assistance with inquiries related to code and building standards, City-specific requirements, and submittal requirements.

The Development Assistance Counter will offer in-person appointments for more detailed or specific planning case inquiries.

Please click here to access the Appointment Scheduling System.