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The Town of Truckee’s Building and Safety Division is dedicated to making the permit process as simple and efficient as possible. Whether you’re starting a new project or continuing an existing one, there are several easy ways to apply and manage your permits.
New Permit Applications
If you’re applying for a new permit, please select your project type below for specific requirements and application links. Each permit type includes detailed submittal requirements, forms, and any supporting documentation needed for review.
Online Permit Management (eSuite)
Already have an ongoing permit or an eSuite account? The Town’s online eSuite portal provides a convenient way to manage your permits and inspections. Through eSuite, you can: apply for new permits online, request or cancel inspections, check the status of existing permits, view inspection results, submit online payments, access approved plans and documents, and search public records for permit history. Customers can also obtain permit history and see approved plans and documents by performing a public records search.
Additional Support
If you are unsure about any information requested, please contact a Truckee building permit technician for help before submitting your application. Call 530-582-7821or email cdd@townoftruckee.gov to reach a Truckee permit technician. Submitting a complete and accurate application helps ensure faster processing, and our staff is happy to assist you.
If you are replacing an existing furnace or installing a new one, please see the following minimum requirements:
- Mechanical / Electrical / Plumbing Building Permit Application (PDF) (or submitted online through eSuite).
- Specifications of the existing furnace (BTU and efficiency percentage).
- Specifications of the new furnace (BTU and efficiency percentage).
- If there is any new ductwork being installed or repaired.
- If a new gas line is being installed, a gas schematic from a licensed plumber will be required.
You can see examples of Scope of Work requirements on the Scopes of Work for Residential Building Permits webpage.
If you are replacing an existing AC/HVAC system or installing a new one, please see the following minimum requirements:
- Mechanical / Electrical / Plumbing Building Permit Application (PDF) (or submitted online through eSuite).
- The specifications of the existing system (tons, BTU).
- The specifications of the new system (tons, BTU).
- Please note that AC units must be installed outside of all building setbacks. For new installations, a site plan and/or survey document showing the proposed location of the AC unit must be submitted.
If a survey document is not provided, you must also submit a signed Property Owner Acknowledgement (PDF) along with the site plan.
You can see examples of Scope of Work requirements on the Scopes of Work for Residential Building Permits webpage.
If you have questions regarding setback locations or the survey/owner acknowledgement, please contact the On-Call Planner at planningdivision@townoftruckee.gov.
If you are replacing an existing water heater or installing a new water heater, please see the following minimum requirements:
- Mechanical / Electrical / Plumbing Building Permit Application (PDF) (or submitted online through eSuite).
- The specifications of the existing water heater (gallons or tankless).
- The specifications of the new water heater (gallons or tankless).
- If a new gas line is being installed, a gas schematic from a licensed plumber will be required.
You can see examples of Scope of Work requirements on the Scopes of Work for Residential Building Permits webpage.
If you are replacing an existing generator or installing a new generator, please see the following minimum requirements:
- Mechanical / Electrical / Plumbing Building Permit Application (PDF) (or submitted online through eSuite).
- The specifications of the existing generator (kW)
- The specifications of the new generator (kW).
- If a new gas line is being installed, a gas schematic from a licensed plumber will be required.
- Please note that generators must be installed outside of all building setbacks. For new installations, a site plan and/or survey document showing the proposed location of the generator must be submitted.
If a survey document is not provided, you must also submit a signed Property Owner Acknowledgment (PDF) along with the site plan.
You can see examples of Scope of Work requirements on the Scopes of Work for Residential Building Permits webpage.
If you have questions regarding setback locations or the survey/owner acknowledgement requirement, please contact the On-Call Planner at planningdivision@townoftruckee.gov.
If you are upgrading an existing panel or installing a new electric panel, please see the following minimum requirements:
- Mechanical / Electrical / Plumbing Building Permit Application (PDF) (or submitted online through eSuite).
- The amps of the existing electric panel (example 100 amps).
- The amps of the new electric panel (example 200 amps).
You can see examples of Scope of Work requirements on the Scopes of Work for Residential Building Permits webpage.
If you are installing a new residential EV charger at your home, please see the following minimum requirements:
- Mechanical / Electrical / Plumbing Building Permit Application (PDF) (or submitted online through eSuite).
- Electric Panel Load Calculations (usually provided by an electrician).
- EV Charger documentation, usually the manufacturer specification documents.
- A site plan showing the proposed location will be required if the charger is on the exterior of the house.
You can see examples of Scope of Work requirements on the Scopes of Work for Residential Building Permits webpage.
If you are switching from propane to natural gas, it will require permitting. Please see the following minimum requirements:
- Mechanical / Electrical / Plumbing Building Permit Application (PDF) (or submitted online through eSuite).
- A gas schematic from a licensed plumber of all gas lines being installed.
- The gas meter will need to be shielded from snow either by an existing structure or a gas meter shed.
- If you have any questions, please contact the Building Division.
You can see examples of Scope of Work requirements on the Scopes of Work for Residential Building Permits webpage.
If you are replacing the existing roof, please see the following minimum requirements:
- Re-Roof Building Permit Application (PDF) (or submitted online through eSuite).
- Existing roofing material
- New roofing material
- Square footage or number of squares of roofing being replaced
You can see examples of Scope of Work requirements on the Scopes of Work for Residential Building Permits webpage.
If your property is in the historic district, there are strict requirements for materials and styles. Please reach out to the Planning Division for these requirements and approval of materials at 530-582-7700.
Remodel permits can vary based on the scope of work. Below are examples of scopes of work that require permitting. The requirements for your permit may vary based on what is being done at your property. For most interior remodels, proposed and existing plans will be required so we can document the changes made to the interior.
If you are doing an interior remodel that does not require any structural changes, it still may require permitting unless it is purely cosmetic (painting, flooring, cabinets, countertops). There are certain triggers that require permits:
- Replacing or repairing drywall
- Changing out appliances connected to gas or water
- Installing new electrical circuits or lighting
- Replacing toilets and showers
- Removing non-loading bearing walls
If the remodel you are planning does not pertain to the items listed here, call the Building Division to verify if it does require permitting or is potentially a structural remodel which will have more in-depth requirements.
If you plan to apply for a remodel permit, we will need the following:
- Remodel Building Permit Application (PDF) (or submitted online through eSuite).
- Existing and proposed interior floor plans of the remodel area.
You can see examples of Scope of Work requirements on the Scopes of Work for Residential Building Permits webpage.
If you are doing an interior remodel that has structural changes, please see the following minimum requirements:
- Remodel Building Permit Application (PDF) (or submitted online through eSuite).
- Plan Submittal Checklist (PDF)
- Existing and proposed interior floor plans of the remodel area.
- Structural Calculations
- Green Building (PDF)
- WELO
- WUI (PDF) (if applicable)
You can see examples of Scope of Work requirements on the Scopes of Work for Residential Building Permits webpage. If the scope of work includes more than just adding or removing structural, please see the Remodel - Interior for permitting requirements.
If you are replacing some or all of the windows on your residence, please see the following minimum requirements:
- Remodel Building Permit Application (PDF) (or submitted online through eSuite).
- A diagram or floor plan of the residence showing the location of each window being replaced. This also applies to replacing doors and sliders.
- If the windows are changing size or a window is being installed where there was not already a window, this will be a structural remodel and have more requirements. Please call the Building Division to inquire about those requirements.
You can see examples of Scope of Work requirements on the Scopes of Work for Residential Building Permits webpage.
For projects that need to go through plan review, there are specific documents that need to be submitted. Solar Photovoltaic and Fire Sprinklers can be applied online, but the required documentation will need to be emailed to Building & Safety. Alternatively, you can submit the Residential Permit Request Form with the required documents as an electronic submittal.
Other plan reviews projects like additions, conversions, detached structures, and new single-family residences cannot be applied for online and have in-depth submittal requirements. These submittals must be emailed to Building & Safety in one submittal package.
Contractors and homeowners can now apply for residential solar permits using the Symbium Portal. This portal offers AI-based plan checking that enables Truckee to issue solar permits quickly.
- Solar Building Permit Application (PDF)
- Solar Plan Submittal Checklist (PDF)
- Plan Sheets - please include the kW of the system in the scope of work
- Structural Calculations
For more in-depth information regarding solar systems, please check out our Solar Photovoltaic Systems page.
You can see examples of Scope of Work requirements on the Scopes of Work for Residential Building Permits webpage.
This project also requires review and approval from Truckee Donner Public Utility District, please reach out to them directly.
If you are installing fire sprinklers in your residence, please see the following minimum requirements:
- Fire Sprinkler Building Permit Application (PDF) (or submitted online through eSuite).
- Fire Sprinkler System (plan sheets)
- Sprinkler Hydraulic Calculations
- Product documentation - flow switch, antifreeze
You can see examples of Scope of Work requirements on the Scopes of Work for Residential Building Permits webpage.
This project also requires review and approval from Truckee Donner Public Utility District, please reach out to them directly.
If you are constructing a new deck or extending an existing deck, please see the following minimum requirements:
- Deck / Covered Entry / Patio Building Permit Application (PDF)
- Plan Submittal Checklist (PDF)
- Plan Sheets
- Structural Calculations
- Green Building (PDF)
- Survey or survey waiver (must speak with Planning Division to receive a survey waiver prior to permit submittal)
- Soils Report (PDF) or waiver (provided by a Geotechnical Engineer)
- WELO (water efficient landscape ordinance)
If you are replacing deck boards or guard rails, please see the following requirements:
- Residential Permit Request Form (PDF)
- Structural Calculations
You can see examples of Scope of Work requirements on the Scopes of Work for Residential Building Permits webpage.
If you have any questions, please contact the Building Division.
If you are constructing an addition or converting existing space to a living area, please see the following minimum requirements:
- Addition Permit Application (PDF)
- Plan Submittal Checklist (PDF)
- Plan Sheets
- Structural Calculations
- Green Building (PDF)
- Title 24 Energy
- Survey or survey waiver (must speak with Planning Division to receive a survey waiver prior to permit submittal)
- WELO (water efficient landscape ordinance
- WUI (PDF) (Wildland-Urban Interface), if applicable
You can see examples of Scope of Work requirements on the Scopes of Work for Residential Building Permits webpage.
If you have any questions, please contact the Building Division.
If you are constructing a new detached structure, please see the following minimum requirements:
- Detached Structure Building Permit Application (PDF)
- Plan Submittal Checklist (PDF)
- Plan Sheets
- Structural Calculations
- Green Building (PDF)
- Title 24 Energy
- Survey or survey waiver (must speak with Planning Division to receive a survey waiver prior to permit submittal)
- Soils Report (PDF) or waiver (provided by a Geotechnical Engineer)
- WELO (water efficient landscape ordinance
- WUI (PDF) (Wildland-Urban Interface), if applicable
You can see examples of Scope of Work requirements on the Scopes of Work for Residential Building Permits webpage.
If you have any questions, please contact the Building Division.
If you are converting existing space to a different use (ex. storage space to living room), please see the following minimum requirements:
- Conversion Building Permit Application (PDF)
- Plan Submittal Checklist (PDF)
- Plan Sheets (existing and proposed)
- Title 24 Energy
You can see examples of Scope of Work requirements on the Scopes of Work for Residential Building Permits webpage.
This type of project can have other requirements based on the scope of work. If you have any questions, please contact the Building Division.
For a new single-family residence please see the following minimum requirements:
- Single Family Residents Building Permit Application (PDF)
- Plan Submittal Checklist (PDF)
- Plan Sheets
- Structural Calculations
- Green Building (PDF)
- Title 24 Energy
- Survey or survey waiver (must speak with Planning Division to receive a survey waiver prior to permit submittal)
- Soils Report (PDF) or waiver (provided by a Geotechnical Engineer)
- WELO (Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance)
- Special Inspection (PDF)
- WUI (PDF) (Wildland-Urban Interface)
You can see examples of Scope of Work requirements on the Scopes of Work for Residential Building Permits webpage.
Please take a look at Engineering's 10 Tips for Successful Plan Check as well before submitting, additional information for engineering standards is also available in the links included on this page. If you have any questions, please contact the Building Division.
If you don't see the information you need for permitting requirements, please email Building & Safety or call 530-582-7821.