Permit Extensions - How to reactivate, reinstate or renew an expired permit

Created by Nicholas Panlilio, Modified on Fri, 14 Apr 2023 at 04:36 PM by Keith Paxton


  • To reactivate a permit, you will need to send us a request for a permit extension. In most cases, we should be able to activate/reactivate your permit without any issue.


  • In other cases, you may need a Chief Building Official (CBO) letter. If you require a CBO letter, please email this letter to Building Permits at buildingpermits@sanjoseca.gov.

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