Building & Development

The Building & Development Department oversees permitting, plan review, inspections, and code compliance to ensure safe construction and development within the City of Madera.

Start Your Project

Select the option that best fits your needs:

• Apply for a Building Permit

  • How to Submit Your Electronic Documents

    All electronic permit applications, plans, and supplementary documents must be in PDF format and can be submitted in the following ways:

    • In person: Submit documents on a non-returnable flash drive at the Front Counter between 9 AM and 4 PM.
    • Via Dropbox: Upload your files to your Dropbox and email the link to the Front Counter.
    • By email: If the PDF files are small enough or if applying for an Over-The-Counter Permit, submit via email:
    • Over-the-Counter Permits: overthecounterpermits@madera.gov
    • Plot Plan Permits: plotplanpermits@madera.gov
    • Solar (PV) Permits: pvplanpermits@madera.gov
    • Contact the Front Counter via email: buildingpermits@madera.gov

• Understand the Building Process
• View Fees
• Unpermitted Work
• City Building Contacts

Special Permits & Programs

• Fireworks Permit Application Process
• Electric Vehicle Charging Station Permits
• Development Incentive Program: