Newport Beach, CA · Orange County
Building And Fire Board Of Appeals Application
Property owners or applicants use this application to appeal or seek ratification of certain decisions by Newport Beach building or fire officials.
What this form is
This application asks the Building and Fire Board of Appeals to review an appeal or ratification request concerning a decision, determination, or interpretation by the Chief Building Official or Chief Fire Marshall. The form requests owner and applicant contact details, the property location, relevant code sections, the action and its date, and reasons for the request. It also requires supporting drawings and, when applicable, a hardship or modification request.
Who needs it
A property owner or applicant seeking an appeal or ratification of a covered building or fire official’s decision completes and submits this application.
How to submit it
Submit the Appeal Form with the proper fee at the Permit Counter; the form lists the Building Division at 100 Civic Center Drive, Newport Beach, CA 92660. The listed fees vary by request type.
About notarization
This document is signed without a notary; it lists no notarized or sworn attachment, so the applicant just signs and dates the form.
How to submit this form
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Download The Application
Download the Building and Fire Board of Appeals Application.
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Complete The Form
Provide owner and applicant details, property information, the action and date, relevant code sections, and reasons for the request.
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Gather Attachments
Attach two sets of sketches, drawings, or diagrams and, if applicable, a copy of the hardship or modification request and result.
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Submit To The City
Submit the Appeal Form with the proper fee at the Permit Counter; the listed address is 100 Civic Center Drive, Newport Beach.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the Board of Appeals Application used for?
- It requests an appeal or ratification concerning a decision, determination, or interpretation by the Chief Building Official or Chief Fire Marshall.
- Who can file this application?
- The form asks for information about the building owner and a contact person or applicant, if different from the owner.
- How do I submit the Board of Appeals Application?
- Submit the Appeal Form with the proper fee at the Permit Counter. The form lists the Building Division at 100 Civic Center Drive, Newport Beach, CA 92660.
- Do I need a notary for the Board of Appeals Application?
- No. This document is signed without a notary, and it lists no notarized or sworn attachment; the applicant just signs and dates the form.
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