The Building and Safety Division is responsible for the review of construction plans and for the performance of various building inspection activities including issuance of building permits. This division protects the public welfare by regulating and controlling design, construction, and quality of materials, use and occupancy, location and maintenance of all buildings and structures within the City of Commerce.

Code Compliance

Beginning January 1, 2020, all plans submitted for plan checks will be checked in accordance with the 2020 Los Angeles County Building, Electrical, Green, Mechanical, Plumbing and Residential Codes.

Customer Service

Please tell us how we are doing by e-mailing your comments to:

Economic Development and Planning Department

Electronic Plan Check

Submit your plans electronically. 

Resources

Building and Safety Permit Applications

• Building Permit
• Electrical Permit
• Grading Permit
• Mechanical Permit
• Miscellaneous Permit
• Plumbing Permit
• C&D Debris Diversion Program Guide
• Schedule of Fees
• EV Charger Checklist

E-mail completed permit applications to: 

permittechnician@ci.commerce.ca.us

Additional Resources

• Route Map of City and County Agencies
• Environmental Health Plan Check Locations
• Permit Fee Request

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