Building & Safety Division

Complete application requests must be submitted via email to: buildingsafety@montebelloca.gov

IMPORTANT NOTE: Incomplete applications may delay processing.

The Building Division is responsible for assisting, enforcing, and administering compliance with City and State Building and Safety Code regulations. This division provides services including plan checking, inspections of all new construction and renovated structures, additions and remodeling, including all heating, ventilation, and air conditioning units, electrical, plumbing, and structural systems. Other responsibilities include the issuance of Building, Electrical, Plumbing, Mechanical, and Grading permits.

Please contact the City of Montebello, Building and Safety Division before starting any project to determine if city approvals, permits, and inspections are required.

General Office & Permit Counter Hours:

Monday - Thursday (Closed on Friday)

Walk-ins available all day. 

Email: buildingsafety@montebelloca.gov


Permit Technician - Raelene Romero 

Permit Technician - Nicole Saucedo

To reach a Permit Technician, please call: (323) 887-1497 


Building Inspector - Romulo Rodriguez 

To reach the Building Inspector, please call: (323) 887-1458


Inspection Request:

Please fill out and submit the Building Inspection Form.

Please note inspections are only conducted during city hours Monday-Thursdays 7:30 am- 5:30 pm.

Construction Working Hours:

Weekdays: 7:00 am - 8:00 pm

Weekends & Holidays: 9:00 am - 6:00 pm

(M.M.C 9.08.050.I)