Building Permits in Temple City, CA

CA (ZIP 91780), a small at-grade concrete slab such as a walkway or equipment pad of 120 square feet or less is generally exempt from a building permit under the 2024 IRC (2025 California Residential Code). Larger slabs or any slab that will support a structure require a building permit from the City of Temple City Building & Safety Division. Verify setbacks with the City before pouring.

CA (ZIP 91780), a freestanding deck not more than 30 inches above grade is generally exempt from a building permit under the 2024 IRC (2025 California Residential Code R105.2). A deck attached to the dwelling or higher than 30 inches requires a building permit from the City of Temple City Building & Safety Division, with ledger and guard detailing per CRC R507. Verify setbacks with the City.

CA (ZIP 91780), a fence 6 feet or less is generally exempt from a building permit under the 2024 IRC (2025 California Residential Code R105.2), although City zoning regulates fence height (typically lower in front-yard and corner sight-triangle areas). A fence over 7 feet, or any masonry or retaining-type wall, requires a building permit from the City of Temple City Building & Safety Division.

CA (ZIP 91780), an at-grade open patio slab is generally exempt from a building permit, but adding a patio cover, roof, or screen enclosure creates a structure requiring a building permit from the City of Temple City Building & Safety Division under the 2024 IRC (2025 California Residential Code). Verify setbacks for covered patios with the City.

CA (ZIP 91780), a detached accessory shed of 120 square feet or less with no electrical or plumbing is generally exempt from a building permit under the 2024 IRC (2025 California Residential Code R105.2), although City zoning setbacks still apply. A larger shed, or any shed with power or water, requires a building permit from the City of Temple City Building & Safety Division.