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Permit Counter Hours:

Monday - Friday 8:00AM - 3:30PM

 

***IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT***

The City of Dana Point is excited to announce all building submittals will need to be submitted electronically starting Wednesday, February 14, 2024.

To submit electronically, please submit your application, plans and other required materials to our online plan review portal.

 

Over-the-Counter (OTC) Plan Reviews: 

Tuesday and Thursday

8:00am to 12:00pm and 1:30pm to 3:00pm

For OTC limitations, please click here.

Applicants with large submittals (i.e.. new houses, new commercial buildings), need to be pre-screened prior to submittal. Please contact one of our permit techs for more information.

Building Services

Building and Safety information can be found on the City website and will also be provided via telephone and email.

Permit Issuance and Revisions

All permit applications shall be submitted electronically. To submit electronically, please submit your application and other required materials to our Online Plan Review portal, after reading the Electronic Plan Review Submittal Requirements.

Digital Portal

Inspections

Inspections will continue by calling the automated scheduling service at 949-248-3590.  The current inspection practices are available on the City website. City of Dana Point Inspectors are required to follow all health orders and advisories for workplace safety, including social distancing. If a safe environment or social distancing cannot be provided, the inspection may be delayed or re-scheduled.  Please contact the Building Division directly at 949-248-3564 if alternate inspection procedures are required. 

For all Public Works inspection questions and information please contact Nicole Squirrell via email at nsquirrell@danapoint.org or by phone at  949-248-3554.

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The Building and Safety Division is responsible for the building and safety standards for the design, construction, use, and occupancy, of all buildings and structures within the City of Dana Point. The Building & Safety Division works closely with Planning, Engineering Services of Public Works, Orange County Fire Authority (OCFA) and other related departments to offer you the best care and services. The division issues permits and performs plan reviews and inspections for building, plumbing, mechanical, electrical, and Certificate of Occupancy. Our permit process helps ensure the safety of the general public and tenant occupants.

BUILDING & SAFETY SERVICES INCLUDE:

  • Construction development review and inspections
  • Permits
  • Structural Plan Review Services
  • Life Safety Plan Review Services
  • Inspection Services
  • Certificate of Occupancy

 ADDITIONAL RESOURCES:

                                      

 

CONTACT INFORMATION

Location:
33282 Golden Lantern, Suite 209
Dana Point, CA 92629-1805

Phone:
Main: (949) 248-3564
Inspections (IVR): (949) 248-3590

Daily Inspections

        
               

 

  

 

 

 

 

 

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