Building Open House: Fast Permits, ADU's & Savings on Electrification

Thu May 21 2026 at 05:00 pm to 07:00 pm UTC-07:00

Rotunda at San Jose City Hall | San Jose

City of San Jose PBCE
Publisher/HostCity of San Jose PBCE
Building Open House: Fast Permits, ADU's & Savings on Electrification
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Come check out the City of San Jose Building Open House during Building Safety Month—fun and info all in one!
About this Event

Building Safety Month - City of San Jose Building Open House

May is Building Safety Month. Jump start your summer project, learn how to protect your home from natural disaster and see if you can save money with electric upgrades at our annual event. Talk to permitting specialists from Planning, Building, Public Works and Fire- all in one place to support your building needs.

Talk about everything building and permitting with experts

  • Thursday, May 21
  • 5 to 7 PM
  • City Hall Rotunda and Council Chambers
  • Presented by the Building Division, City of San José


2026 Highlights

Pop-Up Permits- Get started on an application!
Meet a Building or Code Inspector
Are you ready for disaster? Prep for home emergencies
Take a picture with the SJFD Shark Engine

Presentations start at 5:30:

  • Wildland-Urban Interface Home Assessment Program & Fire Hazard Severity Zones -San José Fire Department
  • Steps to Building Your ADU
    - ADU Ally, City Planner, Planning, Building and Code Enforcement
  • Streamlining Permitting in San José: Ways to get your projects done faster-Planning, Building and Code Enforcement
  • Electrify your Home and Save! -San José Clean Energy

This is an information-packed event for homeowners, builders, and residents who want to stay informed about city updates and resources. We look forward to seeing you there!



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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Rotunda at San Jose City Hall, 200 East Santa Clara Street, San Jose, United States

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