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County government · Merced

Community & Economic Development — Building & Safety

Unincorporated Merced County building permits and inspections.

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

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

Official page text containing: The Building and Safety Division is responsible for the issuance of building permits and inspection of all construction

rvices Departments & Services A-G Community & Economic Development Building & Safety Building & Safety Responsibilities The Building and Safety Division is responsible for the issuance of building permits and inspection of all construction within the unincorporated areas of Merced County. Building and Safety Division Moved To Electronic Permit Submittals Jan. 4, 2016 In an effort to streamline services and reduce waste, the Building and Safety Division of the Merced County Department of Public Works shifted to electronic permit submittals starting January 4, 2016. Electronic Permit Submittal Press Release Electronic Plan and Revised Plan Sub

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