Ridgecrest, CA · Kern County
Building Permit Application and Alarm Certification
This form lets property owners or contractors apply for a building permit and certify required smoke and carbon monoxide alarms are installed.
What this form is
The form is used to apply for a Ridgecrest building, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, sign, demolition, or moving permit. It requests applicant, contractor, property, project, and building details, along with permit fee information. A related certification lets a contractor or property owner confirm alarms are installed when an adult will not be present to let the inspector verify compliance at final inspection.
Who needs it
Property owners or contractors seeking a listed Ridgecrest permit may use this application and, when applicable, complete the alarm certification.
How to submit it
The form lists the Public Works Department-Building at 100 W. California Ave., Ridgecrest, CA 93555, and [email protected]. It says to leave the signed alarm certification with the job card.
About notarization
This document is signed without a notary; the applicant signs and dates the application, and the owner or contractor signs and dates the alarm certification if used.
How to submit this form
- 1
Download The Form
Download the permit application and alarm certification form.
- 2
Complete The Application
Enter applicant, contractor, property, project, and building information, then sign and date the application.
- 3
Complete The Alarm Certification If Needed
If an adult will not be present for final inspection, the property owner or contractor may certify alarm installation and sign and date the certification.
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Submit To The City
Use the Public Works Department-Building contact listed on the form; leave the signed alarm certification with the job card.
Frequently asked questions
- Who uses the Ridgecrest permit application?
- Property owners or contractors can use it to apply for a building, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, sign, demolition, or moving permit.
- What information does the application ask for?
- It asks for applicant and contractor details, property and project information, building details, permit fees, and an applicant signature.
- Do I need a notary for the Ridgecrest permit application?
- No. The application and alarm certification are signed without a notary. The alarm certification is signed by the contractor or property owner if used.
- How do I submit the Ridgecrest permit application?
- The form lists the Public Works Department-Building at 100 W. California Ave., Ridgecrest, CA 93555, and [email protected]. Leave a signed alarm certification with the job card.