Building and Safety

New mixed use on Alvarado New mixed use building on Alvarado Street, 2017

NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC

 

Due to the Countywide Shelter-In-Place order, our front counter at the Building and Safety Division will be closed to the public until further notice.  We are still accepting plans for new projects. We will NOT be issuing permits for new construction projects until sometime after the order is lifted on April 8, 2020. We will continue to issue permits for essential repairs, ongoing work, plan revisions, and RPIs. If you wish to apply for a permit, please use our email at gogreen@monterey.org . MORE

Contact Us

Voice: (831) 646-3890
gogreen@monterey.org

Lori Williamson
Building Official
lwilliamson@monterey.org

Laura Fisher
Administrative Assistant
lfisher@monterey.org

Debra Thomas
Administrative Assistant
thomas@monterey.org
(831) 242-8779

Paul Abadilla
Inspector
abadilla@monterey.org
(831) 242-8795

Kevin Morgan
Inspector
kmorgan@monterey.org
(831) 242-3987

Bill Moritz
Building Technician
moritz@monterey.org
(831) 242-8790

OFFICE HOURS:
Mon -Fri 8 a.m. - 12 p.m.; 12:30 p.m. - 4 p.m.
PERMIT HOURS:
Mon - Fri 8 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.; 12:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
(831) 646-3890

Mailing Address

Building and Safety Office
580 Pacific Street, Room 4
Monterey, CA 93940

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Welcome to the City of Monterey Building and Safety Division. This division of the Community Development Department is responsible for reviewing plans and inspecting all phases of construction for compliance with applicable local and State codes.

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Sanitary Sewer Lateral Inspection Program - see details on the Property Inspections web page

As of January 1, 2019, in accordance with the Monterey City Code 30-1.2 (Ordinance 3579), the City of Monterey began implementing a mandatory "Sanitary Sewer Lateral Inspection and Repair Program". The new program updates the process and uses a new form. The new form replaces the previously accepted "Plumber's report" regarding the condition of the sewer lateral, backwater valve, and sewer relief vent. There will be a $105 sewer later report fee associated with this form.

Find out if you have a sewer lateral line and a backwater valve on your property

Backwater Valve BrochureRaw sewage. Have you ever had it come out of your toilets, shower stalls or sinks? Though rare, some residents have experienced such unfortunate events. While the City has an aggressive maintenance program that includes cleaning and inspecting sewer mains, it is still possible that a City sewer main can plug up and lead to sewage flooding. However, by installing sewer laterals and release valves (SRV and BWV) on at-risk properties, owners can minimize their exposure to such an incident. Find out more information in this guide.

Sewer Lateral and Backwater Valve Lookup
Backwater Valve Brochure

Check the box when you look up an address in the Property Review portal: Sewer check box in property review

"The mission of Building and Safety Division is the protection of life, health, property and public welfare through effective administration and enforcement of the building codes. In accomplishing this mission, we strive to maintain the highest levels of fairness, professionalism and ethical conduct towards the citizens of Monterey whom we serve."