The Building Department issues all building permits as required per the current California Building Codes and any local building code amendments. As well as completes building inspections for new construction, renovations and remodeling work as approved through the building permit process.

Our department is committed to providing excellent service to the community in a timely, efficient and effective manner while maintaining compliance with minimum housing, building and safety laws. We strive to build positive relationships with the public through knowledge and out reach to our citizens.

Provides building permit application handbook, building code links, building design criteria, permit fees and information, third party plan check, codes and policies information, appeals, reports and forms.

Ensures compliance with City building codes for construction within the City limits. Processes building permit applications, assists with the review of housing rehabilitation projects associated with City loan/grant program, issues building permits, performs building inspections, and responds to public inquiries.

The Code Compliance Division of the Nevada County Community Development Agency promotes and maintains a healthy, safe and desirable living and working environment by administering an enforcement program to correct violations of codes and ordinances enacted by the Board of Supervisors in regards to property, buildings, and structures. Enforces regulations for abandoned vehicles, building code violations, California State Housing Law, condition of existing structures that constitute a clear and present danger to the public, illegal solid waste, and zoning requirements for structures.

Processes abandoned vehicle complaints to remove abandoned vehicles from public and private property. To report an abandoned vehicle, call the Abandoned Vehicle Abatement (AVA) Hotline at 530-470-2750. https://www.nevadacountyca.gov/1322/Abandoned-Vehicle-Abatement-AVA-Informat

Coordinates activities to include insuring a safe and healthy environment and improve the appearance of business and residential areas.

NEVADA COUNTY SERVICE REQUEST FORMS allow local residents to submit service requests to Nevada County, report issues, or file complaints: https://www.nevadacountyca.gov/1581/Service-Requests