Plan Check

The Plan Check Section of the Building and Safety Division is responsible for the review of all plans that are submitted for conformance to all applicable codes.

1. Plan Check Submission
2. Review Process
3. Plan Check Status
4. FAQ

Plan Check submissions should meet all requirements listed below:

• Register for Electronic Submittal through our Online Portal
• Submission of Drawings or Site Plan (if needed)
• Additional plans/drawings for the following projects:
  • Room Additions
  • New Construction
  • Tenant Improvements
  • Phasing and Grading

  Building & Safety
  8353 Sierra Ave
  Fontana, CA 92335
  (909) 350-7640

  1st Review

  • Reviews and ensures that project is in compliance with the building, fire, safety, and related code requirements
  • Typically takes about 3-4 weeks
  • For expedited solar reviews, it takes about 3-5 business days but PV Expedite Requirements must be met.

  Subsequent Reviews

  • You will be notified of any corrections/changes needed to meet minimum standards.
  • Typically takes about 2 weeks after amended plans are submitted.

  Once the plans have been approved, a permit can be issued when appropriate fees are paid to the City and various other agencies (such as the Inland Empire Utilities Agency) for sewer service and the appropriate school district.

  In order to check on the status of your plan review, you can

  1. Check our Online Portal.
  2. Call (909) 350-7640 or email us.

  In addition, please have at least one the following information available:

  • Plan Check Number
  • Property Address