Online Services Instructions

The PermitSLO Portal allows the public to interact with the EnerGov permit tracking and land management system. Through PermitSLO you have the ability to look up permit details, pay fees, and schedule building inspections. The systems also allows licensed contractors to apply for specific types of construction permits.

 

California Licensed Contractors

Before you may apply for a permit via PermitSLO, you must create an account and your license must be verified by Building staff. This is a one-time process.

  1. If you have not already done so, follow this online tutorial to Create a PermtiSLO account.
  2. Confirm your account by clicking on the link in the confirmation email sent from the address [email protected]. Please note that this email may appear in your spam/junk mail folder.
  3. Complete the Contractor Verification Form by providing the email address used to create your PermitSLO account, your business name (as listed on your license), and your CSLB license number.
  4. You will receive an email verifying your request has been submitted. Please allow 2-3 business days for processing.
  5. When your license has been verified, you will receive another email to proceed with permit applications.


Agents/Employees Acting on Behalf of Licensed Contractors

The person submitting and signing for permits must be listed on the contractor’s CSLB Personnel List OR provide a Letter of Authorization.


When a Letter of Authorization IS required:

Anyone not listed under the contractor’s CSLB Personnel List must upload a valid Letter of Authorization at intake.


When a Letter of Authorization is NOT required:

If the employee or agent is already listed under the contractor’s Personnel List on the CSLB Check A License - CSLB (ca.gov) page, they may sign and pull permits without a Letter of Authorization.

Agents/ Employees acting on behalf of a licensed contractor must provide a Letter of Authorization before a permit can be issued.
Letters of Authorization are project specific and must be submitted for each permit application.
*Providing this letter at intake is strongly recommended to avoid delays.*


A Letter of Authorization must include:

  • Project APN or permit number
  • Date (within one year of application submittal)
  • Company letterhead
  • The license holder’s signature
  • The contractor’s license number
  • The employee’s name
  • A statement indicating the employee is authorized to act on behalf of the licensed contractor


Permits Available to California Licensed Contractors

  • ePermits - instant permits, such as a water heater replacement or electrical panel replacement.
  • Renewable Energy Permits - renewable energy permits requiring plan review, such as a photovoltaic system or an electric vehicle charging station. NOTE: Uploaded documents must adhere to specific document naming conventions for renewable energy permits.

  • Solar APP+ - a streamlined permit process for residential rooftop solar and storage. NOTE: check the required documents to apply for SolarAPP+ permit. 

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