4 county-level rules, plus city-specific rules for 1 city in Tuolumne County, California.
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Tuolumne County requires building permits for sheds and outbuildings. Small sheds under 120 sq ft may be exempt from building permits under California Building Code, but zoning setbacks still apply.
Tuolumne County requires building permits for all new fences and walls per Title 17 of the Ordinance Code. This applies regardless of fence height or material in unincorporated areas.
Decks over 30 inches above grade require building permits in Tuolumne County per California Building Code. Covered patios and any structure attached to the house also require permits. Snow load design is required at higher elevations.
Tuolumne County requires building permits for most renovations that involve structural changes, electrical, plumbing, or mechanical work. The Building Department at 209-533-5633 handles permit applications and inspections.
1 cities in Tuolumne County have their own permit requirements rules. Each link goes to that city's dedicated page with code citations.
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