| The Building Inspection Division's goal is to provide minimum standards to safeguard life or limb, health, property and public welfare by regulating and controlling the design, construction, quality of materials, use and occupancy, location, and maintenance of all buildings and structures, including certain equipment specifically regulated herein, within this jurisdiction. In 2008, Roseville's Building Department became the first California municipality to become nationally accredited by the International Accreditation Service (IAS). According to the IAS, Building Department Accreditation (BDA) "signifies that the City of Roseville's Building Department operates under the highest professional and technical standards". Building Inspection Services - Issues permits for both commercial and residential construction.
- Performs plan checks and inspections.
- Helps the public, owners and contractors with construction concerns.
- Investigates non-conforming and substandard housing.
- Performs code enforcement on public nuisance conditions, business sign usage, and building or zoning concerns.
- Effective August 16 through December 23, 2010 we will offer expedited Tenant Improvement Plan Check Review. Applicants who have plans submitted to the Building Division for plan check may request an Expedited Review. To find out how, click here.
Response Guidelines - Plan check on new residential plans for first review take approximately 3 weeks.
- Plan check for remodels, additions, pools and patio covers for first review normally take up to 3 weeks.
- Permits can usually be issued over the counter for re-roofs, new heating and air conditioning units, replacement of water lines, gas lines, water heater replacements and electrical work including electrical service upgrades. See the Building Inspection page for additional information.
Owner-Builder's Beware! Know your responsibilities and rights as an Owner-Builder. The California Contractors State License Board, in cooperation with the Department of Consumer Affairs, has a wealth of information and printable hand-outs to help you select an appropriate contractor for your project. Click here for more information or to check the licensed status of your contractor. Play it SAFE! Call Before You DIG! Underground service lines, such as water, gas, electric, and sewer exist throughout your neighborhood. If your remodeling plan calls for you to break ground, don't make a mistake! Call the Underground Service Alert (USA) - (800) 227-2600 - at least 48 hours before digging to find out where service lines exist in your area. The telephone call and the service are simple, free, and may keep you out of danger! | | Gene Paolini Building Official Public Works - Building Inspection 311 Vernon Street (916) 774-5332 (916) 774-5394 Fax (916) 774-5220 TDD buildingdivision@roseville.ca.us Organizational Chart Building Inspection currently has 18 full-time equivalent employees. |