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Building Services Division

The Building Services Division is responsible for administering state and local building construction regulations. Building Services Division activities include evaluation of construction documents for compliance with building codes, issuance of building permits, and inspection for construction compliance.

Effective January 1, 2023, the City will enforce the California 2022 Building Codes.

Department Hours:
8:00am – 4:30pm, Monday through Thursday
(Closed 12pm – 1pm for lunch)
Fridays: by Appointment Only
Contact Information:
Building Division
Phone: (925) 779-7065
Email: Building@Antiochca.gov
Address: 2nd floor City Hall
200 H Street
Antioch, CA 94509
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New Water Meter Charges

Pursuant to the Contra Costa Water District’s (CCWD) Code of Regulations (Title 5), payment must be made for each new water meter issued by the City of Antioch.

This fee must be made directly to CCWD, and is charged separately from the City’s associated Building Permit Application.

Developers and/or applicants can reference Chapter 5.20 of CCWD’s Code of Regulations (rates are subject to change in April each year).

CCWD contact:
Jenna Novero
jnovero@ccwater.com
925-688-8392 or 925-688-8000

For all permit types not available online, please email the forms below to the building division at: building@antiochca.gov

Building Permit Application Form

Licensed Contractor/Owner-Builder Declaration

Waste Management Application Form

PERMIT EXEMPTIONS

Permit exempt projects include:

  • Retaining walls three feet (3′) or less in height
  • Slabs on grade (flatwork)
  • Landscape sprinkler systems
  • REPLACEMENT of fences
    • Six feet (6′) maximum height in rear and side yard
    • Three feet (3′) maximum height in front yard

SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS

New Residential Development Requirements

New residential development projects are required to comply with submittal requirements contained in the checklist below. Applicants are required to self-certify that all contents are included in the plan submittal.

**Incomplete submittals will not be accepted.**

Residential Projects Checklist Form

Commercial Requirements

Commercial projects including new construction and tenant improvements are required to comply with submittal requirements contained in the checklist below. Applicants are required to self-certify that all contents are included in the plan submittal.

**Incomplete submittals will not be accepted.**

Commercial Projects Checklist Form

Our goal in the City of Antioch is to provide an effective and efficient service to our citizens, developers, contractors, architects and engineers and provide answers to frequently asked questions and general information about the development process. The information presented is intended to assist you in obtaining information about development standards and requirements for the City of Antioch. However, if you do not find the information you need or have further questions, please feel free to contact us at (925) 779-7065 or email Building@Antiochca.gov

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