City of Irvine

The Irvine community promotes sustainability through numerous projects, events, and campaigns throughout the year. In honor of Earth Month, the City facilitated a month of sustainability-themed

The Irvine Fine Arts Center invites the community to its 27th annual Studio Arts Festival Saturday, June 5, 9 a.m.–5 p.m., at Heritage Community Park. This year’s festival is held entirely outdoors

For a Single-Family Dwelling or Townhouse with a Private Dedicated Garage

Overview

• You may need to upgrade your existing electric panel to accommodate the proposed Electric Vehicle Charging Station (EVCS)

• All EVCS applications will need to be submitted electronically through the IrvineReady! Online Plan Submission Portal

Overview

• For information regarding storage battery installations, please review article 480 of the California Electrical Code
• Review the Site Plan/Floor Plan Guidance (below) while preparing your documents and drawings
• Your Homeowners Association may have its own approval process. Review your HOA policies and procedures before proceeding with your design plans
• Structural calculations may be required depending on the battery installation location

Overview

• After you have completed and gathered all of the required documents, you will need to submit your permit application and plans electronically through the Automated Online Permit System
• You can only obtain these permits online if you meet the criteria stated. Upon acceptance of your online application you will be emailed your permit along with any pertinent bulletins

What Documents Will Be Required?

Overview

• You will need to submit your permit application electronically through the IrvineReady! Online Permit Submittal portal

Zoning Guidance

Contact the Planning Counter at planning@cityofirvine.org or 949-724-6308.

Overview

Overview

• The City of Irvine offers an automated permitting process for 20 tons or less roof top packaged mechanical equipment change out (heat pumps units only)
• Screening shall be required for any rooftop or ground-mounted mechanical equipment. See Zoning Guidance below.
• After you have completed and gathered all of the required documents, you will need to submit your permit through the Automated Online Permit System.

If You Are Replacing An Existing Air Conditioning Unit

• Click here to visit the air conditioning unit replacement page

If You Are Adding A New Air Conditioning Unit

• Air conditioning units must be set back a minimum two (2) feet from the nearest property line
• If an A/C unit is proposed in a location visible from the public right-of-way or nearby properties at the same grade (such as a front yard or rooftop), screening will be required