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Inspection Cancelation/Missed Inspection Policy
General inspection cancellations must be made before 7:00 AM on the scheduled day of inspection. Cancellations made after this time in addition to inspections scheduled with no responsible person on site during the inspection window will incur a missed inspection fee, as outlined in the City’s Master Fee Schedule. For the current missed inspection fee,…
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How to prepare for an inspection
To ensure a smooth and efficient inspection process, contractors and homeowners are required to adhere to the following guidelines: Failure to meet these requirements may result in the inspection being rescheduled and could incur additional fees. For detailed information on inspection procedures and requirements, please refer to the City’s Building Inspection Processes. By following these…
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What types of projects are accepted through the City’s Instant Residential Energy Permitting System?
The City allows for instantaneous plan review approval via the Symbium portal for the following permit types:
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What type of Building Permit should I apply for based on the project I’d like to do?
Permits vary based on the type of work. Before applying, identify the permit you need and gather the necessary materials. Below is a list of common projects. Click on the project you are interested in to find out which permit you need in eTRAKiT and what documents are required.
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How do I apply for an instant Residential Energy permit?
The City allows for instantaneous plan review approval via the Symbium portal for the following permit types: Instructions
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How do I get technical support while using Symbium to apply for my instant residential ENERGY permit?
Please email support@symbium.com with any questions.
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How do I cancel an instant residential energy permit and request a refund?
Symbium’s processing fees, including fees for revisions, are non-refundable. The City of Pinole Building Official may authorize a refund of required permit fees paid in eTRAKiT as follows: Active Building PermitS Expired Building Permits
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How do I submit a revision to my instant energy permit application?
To submit a revision to an approved Symbium permit, please follow the steps below. Please note, you must have an account created in the City’s online permitting system, eTRAKiT. Please review instructions for creating an account if you do not already have one, and would like to submit revision to an approved Instant Residential Solar…
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I’m unable to apply for an instant residential energy permit using Symbium. How do I find out why?
We’re sorry you’re encountering this issue! You may be unable to apply for an instant solar permit using Symbium for two reasons. First, Symbium may have detected that your project scope is not fully code compliant. If this is the case, you will see at the top of your screen in the Enter Project Scope…
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What are the resale requirements for properties in pinole?
If you plan to sell or remodel your home, you may be affected by recent real estate law changes, which require a disclosure statement for property remodeling and additions where permits have not been obtained. Additionally, homes being sold must comply with the City of Pinole Sewer Lateral Ordinance and obtain a video inspection of the sewer lateral…
