Electronic Submittal Packages and News

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Begin your all-electronic permitting process today!

Plan Check and Permit Issuance

  • Automated Online Permits Service: Please use the City’s Automated Online Permits for the following application types:
    • Residential Reroof
    • Residential Water Heater (Like for Like)
    • Residential AC Replacement (Like for Like)
    • Residential Small Miscellaneous Combo Permit
      • Electrical fixtures and/or outlets, indoors or outdoors.
      • Panel Upgrade
      • Plumbing fixtures, e.g. toilet, sink, drain, faucet
      • Gas outlets (Interior Only)
      • Sewer connection
      • Grilles and ducting for AC/heating
      • Water supply re-pipe

                For more information please click here

  • Minor residential permits, previously over-the-counter: (These include residential pools and spas, gas line, patio covers, minor bathroom/kitchen remodels, and commercial re-roof.) Please submit your Application Package through the IrvineReady! Online Plan Submission Portal as indicated below. These projects will have a target date of two business days. 

  • Encroachment Permits and Wide Load Permits: Please email your Application Package to Buildingplancheck@cityofirvine.org and await further instructions. PLEASE PUT THE PERMIT TYPE IN THE SUBJECT LINE. You will be emailed a link to pay fees and upload any additional documents required for permit issuance. 

  • Solar Photovoltaic Installations for Single Family: (AB2188 - Expedited Electronic Submittal for 10 kW or Less) please click here. 

  • Production Solar from an Approved Solar Master Plan: Please continue to use our Automated Online Service

  • New Project Submittals not outlined in more detail above: All plans must be submitted online though the City’s IrvineREADY! system which can be accessed here.

For Variance, Overtime Inspection, TCO, TU, and Deputy Inspection Application please click here.

Irvine Ready! Required E-Submittal Documents
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Helpful Contact Information

            ♦ https://www.cityofirvine.org/code-enforcement 

           ♦ https://www.cityofirvine.org/affordable-housing

Additional Services

Still having trouble with your online submittal? The Community Development Department now offers in-person appointments to assist you with the process. Appointments can be scheduled Monday through Friday from 8am to 5pm. When scheduling an appointment, please be sure to include the reason for your visit. The more detail you provide, the better we will be able to prepare for your appointment.  

Appointments can be made for the following services: 

Permit Services will be offering in person assistance with online submittals.

Building & Safety Plan Check will be offering in person assistance with inquiries specific to code and building standards, City specific requirements, and submittal requirements.

The Development Assistance Counter will be offering in person appointments for more detailed or specific planning case inquiries.

Please click here to access our Appointment Scheduling System.