Insta-Permit

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INSTA-PERMITS ARE HERE!

The City of Costa Mesa is pleased to announce the launch of Insta-Permits! An Insta-Permit is a building permit for certain simple projects with a limited scope of work.  To obtain an Insta-Permit, log into TESSA, select Apply for the appropriate type of Insta-Permit, fill in the customizable information in the city’s standard plans, provide additional information if necessary, submit the application, and pay the permit fees. After paying the fee, the Insta-Permit will arrive by email within minutes!

Click on the Insta-Permit name and links to the city standard plans.

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Contractor Licenses

All contractors must have an active State of California contractor’s license and Costa Mesa business license. Apply for a Costa Mesa contractor business license or renew a contractor business license with TESSA.

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Contact a Building Technician for Assistance

Please contact the Building Division if you need assistance with an Insta-Permit. Provide your name, contact information, project address, and brief project description.

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City Hall is open Monday – Friday (closed alternate Fridays) between 8 AM and 5 PM

A building technician is available to provide assistance on a walk-in basis, by appointment, phone, or email. To improve efficiency, it is recommended to make an appointment for requests that are technical in nature to reduce wait times.

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