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Codes Division

Building Permit Guidelines for Retaining Walls

Permits are required for retaining walls over 4' in height as measured from the bottom of the footing to the top of the wall. Approval must also be obtained from the Planning Department prior to construction for any retaining wall on commercial property, regardless of height. All work must comply with the 1994 Uniform Building Code. Work in the regulatory floodplain must comply with all federal, state and city regulations and copies of any required federal, state or county permit must be obtained prior to and submitted with the city permit application.  Retaining Wall Permit Application (pdf)

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