Electrical Permits

FBC 8th Edition Code Changes for Electrical (pdf)recorded webinar (part 1) and (part 2)

The following items, forms and standard details are required for all electrical-related projects. Note there is an additional form required for Owner-Builder permits.

For more information, check How to Apply for a Permit and/or Homeowner’s General Permit information.

Visit Permit Exemption to verify if an electrical building permit is required. 

To obtain an electrical permit

A completed Building Permit Application (yellow form) is required. Select the permit type and the electrical category on the form.
  • An Electrical Fee Sheet must be submitted as part of a permit application. Fee sheets break down the cost of permit by category.
  • If a category indicates "needs processing", then plans must be submitted for plan review.
  •  Submit via the Portal, or in-person.

To obtain a temporary electric service permit

  • Applicants may only apply for Temporary Electric Service with an active building permit (commercial and/or residential). Complete Building Permit Application (yellow form), select the permit type, and category 14 for temporary service
  • An Electrical Fee Sheet must be submitted as part of a permit application. Fee sheets break down the cost of permit by category.
  • Applicants may only apply for Temporary for Test permit with an active building permit (commercial and/or residential). Select one of the permit categories: Electrical category 26 (30 Day Temporary Electrical Service), or Electrical category 15 (180 Day Temporary Electrical Service for Elevators). A copy of the affidavit must always be kept at job site. If the application is not renewed or a certificate of occupancy obtained within the allowable timeframes listed below, electric service will be disconnected without notice.
  • Submit via the Portal, or in-person.


E-permitting for Contractors

This web application allows qualified contractors to submit applications, pay fees and print permit cards for subsidiary and stand-alone permits for electrical, mechanical, plumbing, roofing and gas trades. Customers no longer need to come in person to the Permitting and Inspection Center to apply and receive these types of permits. Review the E-Permitting Guidelines.