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Orange building permits start in the Civic Portal
Orange building permit applications go through the Civic Portal, with account setup, a profile signature, application tracking, and inspection scheduling tied to the same online path.
In Orange, building permit applications start in the Civic Portal. Create the account first. Then add the signature in the profile area. After you sign in, look for the Building Division tab on the portal home page.
The same online path handles the application and later project steps. Before you start, keep the project address, contact details, plans, and a short work description together.
If you are not sure whether your project belongs in the portal, call or visit Building and Safety during counter hours. That can save time before you upload plans.
Once you know you need a permit, the application begins online.
Where to see it
Orange Building and Safety Services page.
Official sources
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Reviewed July 3, 2026
California Porch explains the path. The official source is still the place to confirm the current rule, fee, form, map, deadline, or office decision.
Use the official page before you spend money, file paperwork, rely on a deadline, or change a property.
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