Building & Engineering Services

Building Safety & Engineering Services

New Building codes effective January 1, 2023.
For more information click here

Notice: Due to staffing shortages effective 11/28 Counter Hours will be reduced until further notice to 8 AM-12 PM.

Walk-up services available at the Building counter:

Over the counter permits with no plan check needed such as:
Re-roofs
Water heater replacements
Window change outs, same size and location
Patio covers following the city handout
Block wall permits
Minor kitchen and bathroom remodels with no structural or layout changes
Residential plumbing repairs
Electrical panel replacements and upgrades on single-family residential dwelling units
Residential EV charger installation
New plan check submittals
Plan check resubmittals
All services requiring a plan check engineer will need an appointment or will be taken in for review.

QUICK GUIDES			GENERAL
	Accessory Dwellings ADU	Sign Submitting		Property Owner Permit Application
	Fences & Block Walls	Sign Information		Contractor Permit Application
	Patio Covers	T.I. Requirements		Check Your Permit
	Room Additions	Sheds		Map Tool
	Water Heaters	Windows		Encroachment Permits
For additional handouts and resources click here. To check setbacks or zoning information prior to building, visit oxnard.org/planning A city business license is required for all contractors, subcontractors, and business entities doing work in the City of Oxnard. Applying for a Permit Online Permits for certain residential projects can be applied here. All other permits are applied in person. Permit Applications can be downloaded for property owners. Permit applications are also available for contractors. Building Inspection Appointment Services: 24-Hour advance notice is required for all inspections. (805) 247-8980 Automated (805) 385-7936 Office To schedule an inspection, have your permit number, contact person and contact phone number ready. Click here to schedule an inspection online.
Plan Your Visit Office Hours 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM (Monday – Thursday) / 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM View Calendar Building & Engineering Counter Service Hours Note: Due to staffing shortages effective 11/28 Counter Hours will be reduced until further notice to 8 AM-12 PM. To view current waiting times, click here. Building & Engineering Location 214 S. ‘C’ Street, Oxnard, CA 93030 Contact Us: Office Main line (805) 385-7925 Fax (805) 385-7854 For general questions only, email: buildingpermits@oxnard.org For permit status, have your permit/application number ready and click here.