Division Overview
The Building Division is responsible for the application and administration of state and local building regulations. These minimum standards are designed to safeguard life, health, property, and the public welfare by regulating the design and construction of all buildings and structures within the City of La Mesa.

The Building Division provides a full range of plan review, permit processing, and code compliance inspection services for all residential and commercial development within the City.

More Information
Homeowners and builders are encouraged to seek out more information by contacting the Building Division at 619.667.1176 or visiting the permit counter at:
City Hall
8130 Allison Ave.
La Mesa, CA 91942

Building Division Forms

• Construction Permit Application
• Plan Review Submittal Guidelines

Lead Safety
If you are working on homes, schools, or day care centers built before 1978, you must be EPA Lead-Safe Certified.

Visit the County of San Diego Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program to help protect your family from lead poisoning.

Useful Resources
See the following pages for information on:

• Construction and Demolition Recycling
• Storm Water Appendix A Checklist
• Construction Storm Water Management Plan Form
• Post-Construction BMP Plan Form