Benicia, CA · Solano County
Building Permit Extension and Reactivation Request
Property owners, design professionals of record, and licensed contractors of record use this form to request an extension or reactivation of a permit application or permit.
What this form is
Use this form to request an extension or reactivation for a building permit application or issued permit. Extension requests must be submitted before expiration; each request is subject to a fee listed in the Current Master Fee Schedule and can extend a permit for up to 30 days. The form asks for permit and job-site details, requestor contact information, a signature, a copy of photo ID, and a reason for the request.
Who needs it
A property owner, design professional of record, or licensed contractor of record requesting an extension or reactivation must complete this form.
How to submit it
Send the completed form to the Building Safety Division at 250 East L Street, Benicia, CA 94510, or email it to [email protected]. The extension request fee is due when the request is made.
About notarization
This document is signed without a notary; it requires a signature and a copy of photo ID, with no notarized or sworn attachment mentioned.
How to submit this form
- 1
Download The Form
Download the Building Permit Extension and Reactivation Request form.
- 2
Complete The Request
Enter the application or permit number, job-site address, contact information, and justifiable reason; then sign the form.
- 3
Gather Photo ID
Include a copy of the requestor's photo ID.
- 4
Submit To The City
Send the form and photo ID to the Building Safety Division by mail or email. The extension request fee is due when requested.
Frequently asked questions
- Who can request a permit extension or reactivation?
- The requestor must be the property owner, design professional of record, or licensed contractor of record. A copy of photo ID is required.
- When must I submit an extension request?
- Submit an extension request before the application or permit expires. The form states that each request is for a maximum 30-day extension.
- Do I need a notary for the Building Permit Extension and Reactivation Request?
- No. This document is signed without a notary. It requires a signature and a copy of photo ID, and mentions no notarized or sworn attachment.
- How do I submit the request?
- Send the completed form to the Building Safety Division at 250 East L Street, Benicia, CA 94510, or email it to [email protected].
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