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The following is a list of questions frequently asked by citizens. You may search for specific words or phases, or shorten the list by selecting a specific category.
Building & Safety Department
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A building permit will be required when a commercial or residential building proposes to remodel, enlarge, alter, or modify the interior or exterior of a structure. Building plans are required in detail to explain the proposed work. |
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A fence or wall at the front or side property line of your home can be maximum height of 3 1/2 feet(42 inches). At the rear of the property, fences and walls can have a maximum height of 6 feet. |
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Permits are required for any electrical, plumbing, or mechanical improvements. New installations, alterations, modifications, replacements or change outs also require permits. |
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Yes, any structure with 120 square feet of projected roof area or larger requires a building permit. A site plan and building plan are required, providing details to explain the proposed work. ALL accessory buildings have setbacks. Contact the Planning Department for your setback information (951) 769-8518. |
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Yes. All patios and decks require a building permit. Please fill out our handout that we have in the office, on this website under 'document center' or if it is an ICBO (alumawood)patio, please bring in two copies of the calculations and three plot plans. |
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Yes. A permit is required if the gas line or electrical line is longer than six feet in length. Gas lines must be 12” deep and sleeved if it will be running under a slab. Electrical lines must be 18” deep if running under a slab. |
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You must only get a permit for the electrical line, if it is over six feet in length. If running under a slab, it must be 18” deep and sleeved. |
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No. Flatwork, which does not have footings, does not require a permit; However, the driveway approach at the curb line requires a permit to be issued from the Public Works Department 951.769.8520. |
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A grading permit is required when moving, importing or exporting more than 50 cubic yards of earth. Plans are required to be prepared by a Civil Engineer. Contact the Public Works Department (951) 769-8520. |
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Yes, you do need a permit to replace your roof. The cost is based on the valuation on the project. Please note: you are only allowed to apply three layers of roofing material before a tear off is required. |
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Before beginning work, contact the Planning Department for proper placement on the property 951.769.8518. We do not require a permit for a wood or wrought iron fence. However we do require permits for any block or retaining wall over three feet in height. |
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Yes, a building permit issued by the Department of Building and Safety shall expire 180 days from the date of last inspection. After that time, the permit will become null and void. Renewals and extensions on permits may be granted, depending on the permit status and completed inspections. |
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a. For Residential Plan Check we require: three sets of architectural plans, two sets of structural calculations and two sets of Title 24 Energy Calculations.
b. For Commercial Plan Check we require: six sets of architectural plans, three sets of structural calculations and three sets of Title 24 Calculations.
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All plan checks have a 10 business day turn around for first corrections. After first submittal, return time may decrease. |
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Requests for inspections must be received in the Office of Building and Safety before 7:00 am the day of the inspection. You may reach the inspeciton line 24 hours at 951.769.8529 x365. |
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Building Inspectors are available Monday through Thursday from 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm and from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm on Friday. Remember, City offices close at 12PM every Friday. |
Code Compliance
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Yes. Residents are allowed one yard sale every six months. Sales can be conducted for up to five consecutive days. You must come into City Hall to fill out a yard sale permit. The cost is $5.00. Contact the City of Beaumont at 951.769.8520. |
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Vehicles may park on City streets, in the same location, for a period not to exceed 72 hours. |
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Call City of Beaumont Code Compliance at 951.572.3234 or submit your report to our Request Partner. |
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Call the ‘Quality of Life’ hotline at 951.572.3233. |
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City of Beaumont will remove your junk/inoperable vehicle for free. No registration required. Call Code Compliance at 951.572.3234. |
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No. Vehicles may not park in front yard or side yard open space areas. |
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Motor homes, recreational and utility trailers that are attached to a tow vehicle may be parked on a street or alley for a period not to exceed 72 hours. Recreational and utility trailers that are not attached to a tow vehicle may be temporarily parked for a period not to exceed two (2) hours. |
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Homeowners/Tenants are responsible for the maintenance of the landscaping from the property line to the curb. This includes trimming, cutting back, removal and replacement of trees. Call the Planning Dept. for more information at 951.769.8518. |
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Yes, but only if it is behind the setbacks. Call the Planning department for information on your setbacks 951.769.8518 |
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A maximum of three (3) signs are permitted; signs shall be limited to a maximum size of three (3) square feet; signs shall only be placed on private property, and not in the public right-of-way or on utility poles; and signs shall only be erected on the day of the event as permitted and shall be removed at sunset each day. |
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All signage, including special event and wall signage, shall be approved prior to being erected on premises. You must get an approved sign permit from the Planning Department before any signs, banners, or flags are put up at 951.769.8518. |
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In Residential- Single Family zones, there is a limit of three (3) adult dogs and three (3) adult cats over 12 months of age, for each developed residential lot. |
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The City of Beaumont has its own Animal Care Department. For questions or to report an animal care issue, please call Beaumont Police Dispatch at 951.769.8500. |
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Call Riverside County Environmental Health Vector Control (satellite office located at 800 S. Sanderson Ave in Hemet) at 951.766.9454 or for emergency after-hours at 951.358.5245.
Riverside County Environmental Health |
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Yes. Trashcans should be out on the curbside by 6:00 am on service day. Trashcans should be brought in from the curbside the same day or next morning after service day. |
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Waste Management gives Beaumont residents an opportunity to dispose of bulky items free of charge twice a year. To schedule an appointment call Waste Management at 800.423.9986. |
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Construction noise work is allowed from 6:00 am to 8:00 pm in residential zones. |
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Only clean and clear water may drain into the gutter. Do not add any chemicals to the water for three days before you plan to drain the pool, allowing the chemicals in the water to dissipate. |
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No. Portable basketball hoops are not allowed on public right-of-way including, but not limited to, streets, alleys and sidewalks, whether temporarily or otherwise. |
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Please contact Code Enforcement Office at 951.572.3234. |
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Yes you do need a permit. An application is available in the 'Document Center' under 'Buidling & Safety', and is titled Alarm Permit Application. Or you may contact the Building & Safety Department at 951.759.8529. There is no fee for the permit. |
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Carports may require a permit. Contact Building & Safety Department for more information 951.769.8529 |
Economic Development
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A typical property tax bill in the City of Beaumont contains 1% general purpose tax based on the assessed value of the property;0.21864% debt service for various agencies(Beaumont-Cherry Valley Water District, Beaumont Unified School District, San Gorgonio Pass Hospital District, San Gorgonio Pass Water Agency); and parcel taxes(Flood Control District and Hospital District). If the home is located in the City of Beaumont Community Facilities District(CFD)93-1, then the property tax bill will also include the annual Beaumont CFD 93-1 facilities and services fee. |
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The property tax stimulus program is a way to assist our residents with the payment of their property tax, which also allows for the quicker collection of property tax revenue to be used for facilities and services within the City. |
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Property taxes pay for a variety of public facilities and services within the local community. Facilities and services most commonly paid for using property tax funding include streets and sidewalks, sewer lines, community parks, street lighting, and landscaping. |
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Yes! The City of Beaumont's Economic Stimulus Plan allows homeowners who are not delinquent in their property taxes but who would like a savings mechanism (impound account) in place, the City will bill the homeowners estimated property tax over six annual sewer and trash billings and place payments into a seperate account for the benefit of the homeowner with Citibank. Property tax will then be paid on their December and April 10 due dates. |
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Development Impact Mitigation fees pay for critical public improvements which include but are not limited to, constructing traffic signals, railroad crossings, fire stations, emergency preparedness funding, etc. Development fees also include construction of critical infrastructure facilities(i.e. Streets, curbs, gutters, sidewalks, etc.) Examples of these projects are the Oak Valley Parkway Street Improvement projects. Another component that is part of these Development fees is the preservation of natural plants and species as well as the protection of open space. |
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Yes! The City of Beaumont approved a temporary reduction of Development Impact Mitigation fees in February 2009. These fees will scale back up to the full amount by July 1, 2012. Please review the Graduated Schedule for these updated fees by clicking the link below. Graduated Schedule of Development Fees |
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Development Impact Mitigation fees are requested to be paid by the City prior to issuing building permits for the project. The City of Beaumont's new Fee Deferral program allows for the Development Impact fees to be paid at the final approval stage of the building process. |
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To be eligible for this program, the property must be existing commercial or residential property within the Redevelopment Project Area. To review the Project Area Map use the link below. Redevelopment Area Map |
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Yes, Existing residential and commercial properties Citywide would be eligible to receive a fifty percent (50%) reduction in building permit, grading permit, plan check and inspection fees for on site improvements including remodeling, building code upgrades and accessory uses such as patio covers, pools and structural additions. |
Police Department
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Report costs are $0.25 cents per page for black & white and $0.45 per page for color. |
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Respond to the Beaumont Police Department with the registered owner and a valid drivers license. There is a $75 fee for the release. |
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Yes for residents or businesses in Beaumont. Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9-12. Beaumont Police charges $10, however additional fees may be required by the Department of Justice or FBI depending upon the level of service. |
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The Police Property Unit is open to the public Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. |
Property Department
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All property is released by appointment only. Call the Police Property Unit at (951) 769-8500 for release information and appointments. |
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Found property is held for a period of 90 days. If the property is unable to be returned to the rightful owner, it may be offered back to the finder. The Police Property Unit will mail a letter to the finder. A response must be made within 15 days from the date on the letter in order for the finder to be able to claim the property. |
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Property held for safekeeping will be held for a period of at least 60 days. If the owner of the items is known, a letter will be mailed to the owner requiring that the owner respond by telephone within 15 days to retrieve the items. If no response is received within 15 days, the items may be disposed of in the manner prescribed by law. Firearms held for safekeeping are an exception. |
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Firearms held for safekeeping or evidence as a result of a family problem, a violent crime or potentially violent crime or mental health issue have special requirements for release. |
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Yes. The owner must write a “letter of permission.” The letter should be dated and signed by the owner. It should give a specific person permission to retrieve the owner’s property. Example: Today’s Date Beaumont Police Property Unit, My name is John Smith. I am currently unable to retrieve my property under police report number P302001002 due to being hospitalized, incarcerated, etc. I give permission for my Mother, Jane Smith, to retrieve my property from the Beaumont Police Property Unit.
Signature The person picking up the owner’s belongings should have the police report number, the original letter of permission and valid picture identification in the form of a California Driver’s License, a California Identification Card or a Passport. |
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The citizen may contact the Beaumont City Hall at 951.769.8520 to file a claim. |
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All unclaimed property and evidence ia sold through an online auction at StealItBack.com. The proceeds from the auction are deposited into the City’s general fund. Website |
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Procedures for getting your vehicle released depend on whether it was towed for a parking violation or impounded for 30 days for more severe offenses. Follow the link for additional details. More... |
Public Works Department
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You may either fill out an Inspection Request Form or call us at 951.572.3222. |
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