Go Benicia
Go Benicia is an ideal first place to start in understanding the zoning regulations, permits and fees that may apply to your project.
Permits: Getting Started
Thinking of a new business, building, addition or remodel in the City of Benicia? It's important to know where to start, and what to expect, from your permitting and construction experience. We want to help set you up for success from the start. Please review the information below and contact our team with questions.
Historic Districts
If you are considering a project around the downtown area or former Benicia Arsenal, there's a good chance that it's in a historic district. Benicia's historic districts are important to the community's identity and economy. Please take the time to determine whether the historic district guidelines and requirements will apply to your project.
www.ci.benicia.ca.us/historicpreservation
Flood Hazards
The City has provided resources to help you understand your property's flood hazards. In some cases, flood risk can result in special construction or insurance requirements.
www.ci.benicia.ca.us/floodplainfema
Pre-Application
To help ensure that our applicants are well-informed and to set projects up for success, the City offers pre-application consultation. This service is required for certain types of development projects.
www.ci.benicia.ca.us/preapplication
Permitting and Inspections
The Benicia Permit Center is an online one-stop-shop for all municipal permit requirements. Permits are received, reviewed, issued and inspected through the permit center.
https://beniciaca.portal.opengov.com/
