Fresno County grading permit required for excavation/fill over 50 cubic yards or on slopes. Drainage must not divert runoff onto neighbors. Based on CBC Appendix J. Engineered plans required for cuts over 5 ft.
Fresno County Grading Ordinance (Title 15) mirrors California Building Code Appendix J. Grading permit required for: fills over 50 cy, cuts exceeding 5 feet depth, grading on slopes steeper than 3:1, or any work in flood-prone areas. Drainage plans must show positive drainage away from structures and must not concentrate runoff onto adjacent properties. CA Civil Code §3479 nuisance liability for altered drainage.
Grading without permit: stop-work, double fees, potential $500+/day penalties.
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