What We Do
We provide consultation, plan review, and inspection in conformance with the Municipal Code and State Building Codes as they relate to residential, commercial, and industrial projects.

Mission Statement
The mission of the Building Division is to oversee construction projects for the purpose of protecting the safety of Morro Bay's citizens and facilitating sustainable development objectives.

New Energy Codes Effective July 1, 2014 for Construction Projects in Morro Bay
California's Building Energy Efficiency Standards are updated by the California Building Standards Commission on an approximately 3-year cycle. The new 2013 standards become effective on July 1, 2014, and improve upon the current 2008 standards for new construction, additions and alterations to residential and non-residential buildings.

You may view a summary of changes for the 2013 Residential Building Energy Efficiency Standards Measures (PDF) from the California Energy Commission website.

Summary of Changes

For more information, please contact the Building Inspector via telephone at 805-772-6214.

Services & Links

• Frequently Asked Questions
• Forms and Applications (PDF)
• Green Building Incentive Program
• Construction Debris Recycling Program
• Toilet Retrofit Program (PDF)
• Water Conservation Rebate Program (PDF)
• Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance (PDF)
• Wood Burning Device Change Out - Community Clean Air Incentives
• Information for Designers
• Standard Construction Details
• Building & Planning Fees (PDF)
• Guidelines for Small Scale PV Systems (PDF)