Non-Residential and Multi-Family Projects

For file format and submittal requirements, please see the Electronic Plan Submittal Guide (PDF).

All plans, specifications, reports, or calculations for buildings/structures required to be designed by an Architect or Engineer licensed by the State of California shall have their seal, signature, and registration number. Each sheet of plans is to have proper signatures, and Architects and Engineers must also indicate when their license expires.

General Plan Requirements

Below is a simplified version of the items to include in your plans for these project types. For the full list, please read Submittal Requirements for New Multi-Family & Mixed-Use Housing (PDF).

1. General Requirements
2. Site Plans
3. Architectural Package
4. Structural Plan Package
5. Mechanical/Plumbing Plans
6. Electrical Plans
7. California Energy Documentation
8. Structural Calculations
9. Conditional
10. Civil Package
Last Updated:
05-15-2025