Guidance

​Commercial Plan Check Requirements

Demolition Guidelines

Environmental Health Services Plan Reviews

Grading Program Guide

Helpful Tips for Building Inspection

Inspection Days by Region

Pre-Approved ADU Plan Model B

Pre-Approved ADU Plan Model C

Pre-Approved ADU Plan Model D

Pre-Approved ADU Plan Model H

Requirements Governing Approved Fabricators

Residential Development Guidance (Rev 2/08/23)

Residential Plan Check Requirements

Residential Plan Review Comments (SAMPLE TEMPLATE)

Residential Window Replacement Policy

Temporary Structure Permit Checklist

Water Heater Guide

Western Joshua Tree Quick Reference Guide

Technical Handouts

​Guardrail & Stair Details

Masonry Wall Handout

Patio Cover Handout

Retaining Wall Handout

Trash Enclosure Standard Plans

Wood Frame Prescriptive Provisions Handout

Accessory Dwelling Unit Handout

Detached Carport Standard

Information Bulletins

​IB-0001 Retaining Wall Design Requirements Without a Soils Report

IB-0002 Cargo Containers for Incidental Storage

IB-0003 Rainfall Water Flow Rate, Wind Speed Requirements, and Snow Load Design Values

IB-0004 Homestead Rec Cabin

IB-0005 Residential Foundation Design Requirements Without a Soils Report

IB-0006 Property Survey Requirements

IB-0007 Swimming Pool Spa and Hot Tub Barrier Requirements

IB-0009 Demolition of Gunite In-Ground Pool/Spa

IB-0010 New Wood-Burning Devices Within SCAQMD Boundary

IB-0011 Repair of Earthquake-Damaged Masonry Fireplace Chimneys

IB-0012 Building Code Update and Effective Dates

IB-0013 School Facility Fees

IB-0014 Cargo Containers Repurposed for Habitable Use

IB-0015 Additions to Manufactured Homes – HCD Policy

IB-0017 Protection for Residential Ground Mount Solar Panel Systems

IB-0018 Septic System

IB-0019 ADU 5-Year Request for Delay in Enforcement