How the permit application works:
- Complete a Permit Worksheet
- Schedule an appointment or visit the planning department with completed permit worksheet and required items (see below). Office hours are Monday -Thursday from 7:30am – 2:00pm
- Meet with City official to review plans and complete the Planning Application Form.
Please note that building and safety permits can only be pulled by a State of California Licensed Contractor or a Property Owner.
Contractors applying for a permit must supply the following items with every application:
- Proof of identification (picture I.D.)
- Proof of State of California Contractors’ License & Classification (pocket card)
- City of Sierra Madre Business License
- Proof of valid & current Workers’ Compensation Insurance Certificate (if required)
- If agent or contractor, applicants also need a notarized letter of authorization from the property owner.
Property owners applying for a permit must supply the following items with every application:
- Proof of identification (picture I.D.)
- Proof of Ownership (Grant Deed, Property Tax Statement)
- If Trust: Trust information showing permit holder as Trustee
- If Corporation, LLC or Partnership: Information verifying permit holder as President or Authorized Representative.
- If agent for the owner: All of the above plus a notarized letter of authorization from the owner, including the owner’s driver’s license number.
- Owner/Builder Affidavit (Please review, initial and sign).
Plan Check, Building & Zoning Fees may be found here