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The Building Division issues permits for all construction work on private property. The permit process may include a Plan Check, where all the plans are reviewed for compliance with required codes and ordinances, industry standards and State mandated programs. In addition, construction is inspected for compliance with the approved plans and City and State regulations.

Hours and Days of Operation
for Submittal and Issuance of Building and Fire Permits
Monday - Thursday   8:00 am to 6:00 pm
Friday   8:00 am to 5:00 pm
* City Hall closes on alternate Fridays
(Please refer to our calendar for Dark Fridays and Holidays.).
Building Plan Check staff is not available on Fridays.
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General questions or checking the status of plan reviews (510) 675-5313
Building Division Fax (510) 475-7318
Building Inspection Hotline (510) 487-0711
Fire Prevention (510) 675-5470
 

Kevin Reese, Chief Building Official
34009 Alvarado-Niles Road
Union City, CA 94587
kevinr@unioncity.org
Telephone (510) 675-5314
Fax (510) 475-7318

Current Codes in Use:

  • 2007 California Building Code (with local amendments)
  • 2007 California Mechanical Code
  • 2007 California Plumbing Code
  • 2007 California Electrical Code
  • 2007 California Fire Code (with local amendments)
  • Union City Municipal Code

Building Sites of Interest:

Design Information
Windspeed 85 mph
Rainfall 1.5 inches per hour
Exposure B (Typical)
Seismic Zone D
Climage Zone 3

 
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