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Look up a property’s zoning and find the right permit office.

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Start with the jurisdiction of the property. County permit offices may serve only unincorporated areas.
Use the official map and confirm project requirements with the planning or building office.

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County government · Butte

Development Services — Building Division

Butte County building permit services. Confirm which county or city agency handles your property before applying.

County building permit informationOfficial instructions

Official county building permit guidance. Service boundaries and project requirements must be confirmed with the department.

Source checked October 14, 2026

Butte County · Butte County — Building (opens in a new tab)

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Main Content Create a Website Account - Manage notification subscriptions, save form progress and more. Website Sign In Building Code Enforcement Planning How Do I... Butte County Home Search Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Program County Preapproved Plans County Preapproved Plans Fees Inspections Online Permit Portal Contractor Search Monthly Building Permit Activity Reports Permit Search Plan Check Residential Plans - No Cost Resolutions & Ordinances Butte County Flood Ordinance Loca

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Online Permit PortalOfficial instructions

Official permitting resource linked by the department. Check the available permit types and application instructions before starting.

Source checked October 14, 2026

Butte County · Butte County — Building (opens in a new tab)

Official page text containing: Online Permit Portal

ty Home Search Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Program County Preapproved Plans County Preapproved Plans Fees Inspections Online Permit Portal Contractor Search Monthly Building Permit Activity Reports Permit Search Plan Check Residential Plans - No Cost Resolutions & Ordinances Butte County Flood Ordinance Local Appeals Board Title 25 - Limited Density Owner-Built Rural Dwellings AB 2234 Post-Entitlement Permits View All Forms Home Departments Departments D to L Development Services Building Buil

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Parcel data SearchOfficial instructions

Official property research or mapping resource linked from the permit information. Use the department to confirm jurisdiction and project requirements.

Source checked October 14, 2026

Butte County · Butte — building permit department (opens in a new tab)

Official page text containing: Parcel data Search

Code Enforcement Planning How Do I... Butte County Home Search Permit Portal Building Inspections Submit Code Complaint Parcel data Search Schedule an Appointment Fee Schedule Development Resources Find What You Need Residential Plans - No Cost Zoning Ordinances Building Forms Public Records Act Request /QuickLinks.aspx News & Events Stay Up To Date With The Latest Latest News Butte County Launches Free Solar Panel Recycling Pilot for Residents Butte County residents with unwanted solar panels

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