What should I do if I need to switch contractors after I’ve already paid and received a permit?
Please contact the department you received the permit from immediately to notify them of the change and follow their instructions.
FAQ Topic: Permits & Licensing
How do I schedule for a building inspection?
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.
How can I get a Construction Permit?
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.
Where can I get passport?
Please contact the United States Postal Service. The nearest local branch is located at 5186 Benito St, Montclair, CA 91763.
Can I apply for a permit online?
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
What kind of permit do I need to repair or upgrade my driveway approach?
Alterations of residential and commercial driveway approaches in the public right-of-way require a Construction permit. Fees will vary. Download a form and follow the instructions. You may email or hand deliver the form in-person to the Public Works Engineering Counter located at City Hall. Allow 10 days for processing. You will be contacted by staff … Continued
I will have guests over for the Holidays. Are they allowed to park on the street during street sweeping day?
Parking restrictions will not be enforced during a week when a holiday causes trash pick-up and street sweeping to be postponed such as New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas.
When is the Building & Planning and Public Works Engineering permit counter open?
Counter Hours Community Development Building & Planning Permits (preferred for walk-ins): Morning: 7am to 9am 9:01am-3:59pm CLOSED 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 … Continued
What forms of payment do you accept?
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.
How much do Transportation Permits cost?
$50/day – Day Use Permits are only valid for one 24-hour period for one vehicle starting from the date submitted on the permit form. $100/year – Annual Use Permits are valid for one vehicle to use for the entire year starting from the date submitted on the permit form and ending one day short of … Continued