Building Click2Gov — City Of Oxnard

Building Safety & Engineering Services

Notices:

A New Online Customer Portal (Click2Gov) service is replacing the previous methods for checking application permit status, inspection services, and will provide a way for clients to pay online.
Due to staffing shortages effective 11/28/2022 Counter Hours will be reduced until further notice to 8 AM-12 PM.
Flood Damage Restoration Information Click here for information

Walk-up permit services are available at the Building Division counter for:

• Re-roofs
• Water heater replacements
• Window change outs (same size and location)
• Patio covers following the city handout
• Block walls
• Minor kitchen and bathroom remodels
• Residential plumbing repairs
• Electrical panel replacements and upgrades on SF dwelling units
• Residential EV charger installation
• New plan check submittals
• Plan check resubmittals

All other permit services requiring a plan check engineer will need an appointment scheduled or will be taken in for plan review.

QUICK GUIDES			GENERAL
	Accessory Dwellings ADU	Sign Information		Property Owner Permit Application
	Fences & Block Walls	T.I. Requirements		Contractor Permit Application
	Patio Covers	Sheds		Automated Permit Application Service
	Room Additions	Windows		Map Tool
	Water Heaters	EV Charging		Encroachment Permits

For additional handouts and resources click here. To check setbacks or zoning information prior to building applications, visit oxnard.org/planning. A city business license is required for all contractors, subcontractors, and business entities doing work in the City of Oxnard.

PERMIT APPLICATIONS

Applications can be downloaded for property owners. Permit applications are also available for contractors.

Express Permits for certain residential projects can be applied here.

All other permits are applied in person.

PLAN YOUR VISIT

Office Hours
8:00 AM – 6:00 PM (Monday – Thursday) / 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Open Fridays) View Calendar

Building & Engineering Counter Service Hours
8:00 AM – 12:00 PM (Monday – Thursday) / 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM (Open Fridays)

To view current waiting times, click here.

Building & Engineering Location
214 S. ‘C’ Street, Oxnard, CA 93030

BUILDING INSPECTION SERVICES

Once you obtain a Building Permit and begin construction work inspections will be required for every phase of your project. Your construction project is not complete until all inspections have been finalized and approved.

Inspection Scheduling
The cut-off time for next day scheduling is 4 pm. Inspection requests after 4 pm will be scheduled for the following business day. Inspections are scheduled Monday through Friday from 9 am – 4 pm (excluding holidays).

Options for inspection times are: AM (9 am – 12 pm) or PM (1 pm – 4 pm).

If you require a specific time slot, please call the office on the day of the inspection between 8:00 am and 8:45 am. If no inspection time is specified your inspection will occur between 9 am to 4 pm. Note: Inspection time availability is determined by workload and staffing.

To schedule an inspection, have your permit application number, contact person and contact information ready.

(805) 247-8980 Automated
(805) 385-7936 Office
Click here to schedule an inspection online

To change an already scheduled inspection please call the office number.

Office Main line (805) 385-7925 Fax (805) 385-7854

For general questions and inquiries only, email: buildingpermits@oxnard.org