Shed permit rules in Ridgecrest, CA — also referred to as storage shed, backyard shed, or accessory building regulations — set size limits, setbacks, and when a building permit is required.
Sheds and accessory structures in Ridgecrest require permits from the Building and Safety Division and must comply with zoning setback requirements under Chapter 106.
Detached sheds, storage buildings, and accessory structures in Ridgecrest require building permits and must comply with zoning setbacks under RMC Chapter 106. Small storage sheds under a threshold square footage (typically 120 sq ft) may be exempt from building permits but still must meet setback requirements. Contact the Building and Safety Division at (760) 499-5015 for specific requirements based on structure size and location.
Unpermitted structure: retroactive permit with penalty. Non-compliant setback: modification or removal. Habitation violation: immediate correction.
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