Alert! Permit Fee Phishing Scam

An active Phishing Scam is targeting residents and business owners with fraudulent payment requests and invoices. Please be aware the City of Santa Clara will never ask you to provide payment information via email, text, phone, direct transfer, or third-party links. If you receive a suspicious payment request, do not click links or send money. Instead, contact the City using the phone or email on our website to verify the request, and learn more from our Fee Payments page.

Enhancements to Permitting Online Portal!

The City of Santa Clara has launched an updated Permitting Online Portal with permit assistant features that include:
  • A modern interface and design
  • A guided help tool, Permit Assistant, that helps lead the user to the correct permit type and process
  • Access to required documents and forms prior to starting the application process
  • Resources to help you find the information you need
Provide feedback or report issues to the Permit Center at permitcenter@santaclaraca.gov.

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04-22-2026