Smaller projects which require no more than 30 minutes for plan review can typically be reviewed over-the-counter located in City Hall.  Depending on the complexity and scope of your project, or the existing conditions which may be present, Building & Safety may require that you submit your plans for a more detailed review.  The following types of projects are normally reviewed over-the-counter:

• Residential patio covers
• Residential sheds and storage accessory structures
• Small residential remodels
• Standard Pools and spas
• Commercial signs
• Fence walls
• Small retaining walls

Plan Review Supporting Documents

• Structural Calculations
• Soils Report
• Title 24 report

Clearances from all of the applicable agencies must be obtained before Building & Safety can issue a building permit. It is your responsibility to contact the applicable agencies and obtain their approvals.

• Agency Referral List

Since each project is unique, agency clearance requirements will vary. It is recommended that you review the Agency Referral List and contact the applicable agencies as early as possible.

Subsection 105.3.2. of Section 8103  “Time limitation of application” of Agoura Hills Municipal Code states that, “An application for a permit for any proposed work shall be deemed to have been abandoned 180 days after the date of filing, unless such application has been pursued in good faith or a permit has been issued; except that the building official is authorized to grant one or more extensions of time for additional periods not exceeding 90 days each. The extension shall be requested in writing and justifiable cause demonstrated.

The Building and Safety Division performs inspections on all permits issued for new construction, addition/remodels, tenant improvements, and all trades (electrical, mechanical, plumbing) to ensure compliance with the applicable Building Standards Code. Building codes are designed to ensure the health and safety of structures for the benefit of everyone.

Inspections conducted at various critical stages during construction or upon completion of the permitted work, are the final steps in the development and permitting process. For new structures and change of use projects, a final inspection leads to the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy, which ensures a structure is safe for occupancy.

Steps to prepare for successful inspections.

1. Verify work is complete prior to the scheduled inspection.
2. Verify all deficiencies have been corrected for re-inspections.
3. Schedule the inspection by calling the 24-hour Automated Inspection Request Line at 866-701-3365. 
4. Ensure the job site is accessible and special access information is provided directly to the inspector or during inspection requests. 
5. Ensure the job site address is posted and clearly visible from the street, including identification of all units on-site. 
6. Ensure the latest city-approved plans are available on-site and accessible for inspection staff. 
7. Ensure all required documentation that is a part of the permit are available on-site.
8. Ensure all prerequisites inspections are completed prior to requesting final building inspection.  
9. Ensure someone familiar with the project is available during the inspection and communicate with your inspector. 
10. Review the building inspections webpage for the latest updates.

Call the automated IVR System for all of your inspection requests, 24 hours a day!

866-701-3365

Automated Inspection Scheduling Quick guide