Residential Permits on UCI Properties:

Effective August 1, 2024: All new applications for residential building permits on property owned by the University of California, Irvine (UCI) must be submitted to the Irvine Campus Housing Authority (ICHA). Please contact homeimprovements@icha.uci.edu for more information on all permitting and property improvements. All permit applications received prior to August 1, 2024, will be reviewed, issued, and/or inspected by the City of Irvine.

Services

The mission of the City of Irvine Community Development Department is to provide thoughtful and efficient long-term planning and ongoing project review to ensure consistency with the General Plan, Zoning Ordinance, and Building Codes. Our team is focused on delivering a top-quality customer experience to the community through innovation and responsiveness, with integrity, flexibility, and professionalism.