FAQ Topic: Building Permits
Inspection Request Line: (909) 625-9448 Inspections will be scheduled for the next day only if scheduled before 5:00 p.m. the day before. The City is closed every Friday. If an inspection request is called in on Thursday, the inspection will be scheduled for Monday.
Road Construction permit applications are only for work done on City property in the public right-of-way such as streets, sidewalks, driveway approaches, and curbs. The application can be downloaded or collected in-person from the Public Works Engineering Department. For construction work in residential homes and private businesses, contact Building and Planning at (909) 625-9477.
Most permits are acquired in-person and over the counter at Montclair City Hall. Applicable fees are paid in-person by check, cash, or credit card. Building and Planning Permits (walk-ins): 7am-9am and 4pm-5:30p Engineering and Transportation Permits (by appointment): 7am-6pm Finance Counter: 7am-6pm
Counter Hours Community Development Building & Planning Permits (preferred for walk-ins): Morning: 7am to 9am Afternoon: 4pm to 5:30pm All other hours, call for an appointment at (909) 625-9477 Building Inspection Request Hotline (909) 625-9448 Public Works Engineering & Transportation Permits (appointment preferred): 7am to 6pm Call for availability: (909) 625-9478 City Hall is open … Continued
The City of Montclair accepts cash, checks (made payable to: The City of Montclair), Visa, or MasterCard. If a credit card is used, the name on the credit card much match the identification of the person using the card.
Complete and submit a Public Records Request Form.
Building permits are issued during the hours of 7:00 to 9:00 a.m. or 4:00 to 5:30 p.m., Monday through Thursday, and other times by special appointment. Licensed Contractors In order for a permit to be issued to a licensed contractor, the following must be presented: Valid contractor’s license, pocket copy (not wall copy); Proof of … Continued
The Zoning Code of the City of Montclair is contained in Title 11 of the Montclair Municipal Code. For specific questions about the zoning restrictions in the City, contact the City’s Planning Division at (909) 625-9435.