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Cashier Window Closure - January 24, 2020
The cashier window in the Permit Center will be closed on January 24 after 11:30 am. Payment options during cashier closure:

Credit card payments:

• Planning, Building, and Public Works:
  • Over the phone: 408-535-3555
  • Online: www.sjpermits.org
• Fire:
  • Pay for Fire permits and fees online

All payments made by check:

• Drop off check in the drop box at the Information Desk inside City Hall. Payments will be processed on January 27.

Permit cards cannot be issued until payment is processed.

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2019 California Building Codes, Reach Code Ordinance, and Gas Prohibition Ordinance Effective January 1, 2020

Learn more about the:

• 2019 California Building Code on Adopted Building Codes page.
• Reach Code and Gas Prohibition Ordinance on the Reach Codes page.

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Free Workshop: Significant Changes in the 2019 California Codes - February 28
City staff will highlight the significant changes to the Building, Electrical, Plumbing, Mechanical, Residential, and Fire codes, as well as Reach Code CALGreen and Building Energy Efficiency Standards. You are welcome to attend any of the topical sessions. See event details.

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