VIDEO: School Zone Safety

Student drop off and pick up in school zones can be challenging and stressful but the safety of our children always comes first, no matter what. Here are some safety tips to remember when dropping off and picking up children at school. 

Before Starting a Residential Window Project in Glendale

Did you know that a permit is always required when changing, installing and/or updating your windows in Glendale?

Over two thousand permit applications are processed through the City’s Permit Services Center each year.  A large portion of these permits involve the installation of new windows. Too often we find out about  changes to windows after they've been purchased and installed. Property owners may be surprised to find out that the windows they spent time and money installing don't meet the City's requirements and must be removed. If you’re thinking about changing the windows in your residential property, there are some basic guidelines and requirements you should be aware of before purchasing your windows and moving forward with your plans.

We’ve outlined these important requirements that must be met before, during and after your window installation project takes place. We hope this helps you successfully navigate the City’s permitting process while avoiding unnecessary delays.

Pass Your Inspection: 25 Pitfalls to Avoid

Whether you're putting in a new water heater, replacing your windows or building a new office tower, a Building Inspector must ensure the work is completed properly. In order to make sure your inspection goes as smoothly as possible, we've put together a list of things to have completed prior to calling for inspection. These are common pitfalls that can hold up your project.

1. Building location or height does not match approved plans. A licensed surveyor may be required to verify proper setbacks, building location and height.

VIDEO: How to Get a Permit for Your Home Improvement Project

Request a Permit Inspection Online

Making permit inspection requests with the Building & Safety Division is easier than ever. We are now accepting online requests for inspections.  

Here is how to do it:

1. Go to the City of Glendale web page at glendaleca.gov
1. Select: “How do I”
2. Select: “Request Permit Inspection”
3. Complete the form and enter “Submit”
   
   
   If you are making a request for a next day inspection, please submit the online request form before 3:00 pm.  Inspections are conducted Monday through Friday (except on Holidays).

If you have any questions please contact the Permit Services Center at (818) 548-3200. 

Also, for your convenience, you can go online to schedule your next appointment to the Permit Services Center using your smart phone, tablet or personal computer. Learn more about our online appointment scheduling service in our previous article: 

Don't Stand in Line at the Permit Services Center

6 Tips to Getting a Permit

Thousands of people visit the Permit Services Center each month. Many, arrive unprepared and are unable to successfully submit their permit applications. 

If you're working on a residential home improvement project, we've prepared a few tips to help you save time when applying for a permit and avoid some commonly made mistakes.

1. Have All the Facts. Know the who, what & where of your project.

• Know what you are trying to get a permit for and the address of the building that you are going to perform the work on. 
• Each Contractor should know the name of the building owner. 
• The building owner should know the name of their design professional. All this information is needed to complete each permit application. 

VIDEO: Don't Stand in Line at the Permit Services Center

Providing excellent customer service is a top priority for the staff at the City's Permit Services Center (PSC). That is why we've taken steps to improve your customer experience when visiting our office. We are happy to announce that we are now offering online appointment scheduling. This will minimize your wait time the next time you visit the PSC. Appointments can be scheduled from the comfort of your home computer and from any smart phone or tablet. The PSC offers a variety services including business registrations, dog licensing, contractor licensing, planning & zoning and more.