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Building Department
The Building Department is responsible for administering the California Building Code requirements along with any local amendments. The codes are administered through the plan-checking and on-site inspection process. The Building Department reviews construction plans, facilitates permit issuance and conducts inspection to ensure safe, healthy and attractive property improvements in compliance with codes, policies, guidelines and standards.
Construction Hours
The allowable construction hours are as follows:
Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
Saturday from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
No work is allowed on Sunday or Holidays
See the Hours of Construction and Holidays brochure for specific holidays.
Scheduling a Building InspectionBuilding Inspections are generally available on Mondays and Wednesday between 9:00 am and 12:00 pm. Inspections can be scheduled online at epermits.montesereno.org or by calling (408) 354-2805.
For help or any questions, please call (408) 354-7635 or email: buildinginspection@cityofmontesereno.org
Application and Submittal InformationBuilding Permit Application
Building Permit Submittal Requirements
Forms
Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarm Certification
Water Conserving Plumbing Fixture Certification
Statement of Special Inspection
Construction Waste Management Plan
Documents
Project Specific Information
Contact Us
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18041 Saratoga-Los Gatos Rd.
Monte Sereno, CA 95030
Phone: (408) 354-7635, x211
Fax: (408) 395-7653
HOURS
Counter Hours: The Building Department staff is available Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm at City Hall. Outside of these hours, please email or call the Building Department staff.
Permits and Applications: Permit applications and plans may be dropped off or picked up at the front counter Monday through Friday from 9:00 am - 4:30 pm. New permit applications and payments, as well as resubmittals and revisions, may only be submitted in person, not online or over the phone