Rebuilding

When rebuilding a home or structure destroyed by a fire, your existing septic system may be utilized with approval from Ventura County Environmental Health Division. Older septic systems or cesspools may need to be brought into compliance with current codes, including connection to public sewer if available. Be sure to hire a licensed professional to […]

At Tuesday’s (12/26/2017) meeting the Board of Supervisors approved the County’s participation with the California Office of Emergency Services (CalOES) Debris Removal Program for Fire Damaged Properties, undertaken by CalRecycle on behalf of the County.  This program is available to homeowners with destroyed or significantly damaged structures located within the unincorporated areas. Also known as […]

Q: What is the definition of grading? A: The Ventura County Building Code Appendix J defines “Grading” as an excavation or fill or combination thereof. Another key definition is “Earth Material” which is any rock, natural soil or unconsolidated material above bedrock or mixture thereof. Q: Where can I find grading requirements in the County […]

If your home or property has a creek or barranca within its boundary, questions regarding encroachment and watercourse permit requirements can be made by phone to the Ventura County Watershed Protection Permits Section at 805-662-6882. The permits section, located on the Main Plaza floor at Ventura County’s Hall of Administration, 800 S. Victoria Avenue, Ventura, is […]

If your home or property is within the Unincorporated Areas of Ventura County, questions regarding Floodplain Development Permit requirements and Floodplains can be made by phone to the Ventura County Public Works Permits Counter at 805-654-2423. Our Public Works Permits Counter, located within the Hall of Administration, 800 S. Victoria Avenue, Ventura is available for […]