Overview

Electrical permits are required for the following:

• Installation of new electrical service, service upgrades, or relocations
• Installation of electric wiring and equipment within or on a building, or on other premises, such as:
  • Yards
  • Carnivals
  • Parking lots

Fees

Electrical permit fees are based on:

• Size of the service
• Number of circuits, receptacles and switches, light fixtures
• Size of motor

Each of the above items has an assigned cost. Depending on the situation, permit fees may be assessed on a square-footage basis.

Contact

For further information on electrical permits and fee information, please call the Building Division at (650) 522-7172.