• Click here to apply for a land development permit

Land Development / Engineering Application

• Engineering Plan Check Application

Checklists

• Checklist for Development Plan Map Check Submittal
• Checklist for Grading Plan Submittal

Fees

• Commercial, Industrial, Multi-Family Projects
• Single Family Grading
• Subdivision Improvement
• Landscape

Certifications

• Letter of Certification
• Pad & Form Certification

PM10 (Dust Control)

• PM10 Packet (Less than 10 acres)

Resource Documents

• WQMP Agreement for O & M
• MS4 Permit
• Title Sheet Template - DWG File
• Master Drainage Plan
• Survey Control Network

Landscape Inspection

• Landscape Inspection Schedule - New Residential and Commercial
• Landscape Inspection Schedule - Renovations and Custom Homes

Plan Submittal & Review

• Electronic Plan Submittal & Digital Signature Policy
• Plans are reviewed first come, first served.
• Review times: 2–3 weeks per submittal, depending on project size/complexity.
• Most projects require 2–3 review cycles before approval.

Resubmittals

• Upload resubmittals through your Clariti account.
• Log in as Contractor (state license number or assigned AEC number).
• Locate your permit and click the paperclip icon to add attachments.
• Use correct naming conventions:
• 2nd SUBMITTAL [PERMIT NO] PRECISE GRADING
• 3rd SUBMITTAL [PERMIT NO] HYDROLOGY STUDY
• Continue numbering for each new review (4th, 5th, etc.).
• Responses must follow the cover letter format.
• Processing time: 1–3 business days.

Inspections

• For grading, street, or storm drain improvements, email pcinspections@palmdesert.gov.
• Requests must be sent by 3:00 p.m. the business day before the inspection.

Top of Form Certification

• Before footing inspection with Building, the Civil Engineer of Record must submit a signed/stamped Top of Form Certification.
• Submit Certification Here
• Processing time: up to three business days.

Plan Revisions

• Major changes to approved plans require resubmittal through Clariti.
• Review fees will apply.

Letter of Certification & Final Inspection

• A Letter of Certification must be approved before scheduling final inspection.
• Submit Letter of Certification
• Processing time: up to three business days.
• Final inspections can be scheduled by emailing pcinspections@palmdesert.gov.

• Phone: (760) 776-6450
• Email: PublicWorks@palmdesert.gov

Apply for a Permit Using Clariti

 Permits can be applied for online through the City’s Clariti Portal. Clariti allows applicants to submit materials, track application status, and communicate with City staff in one accessible, centralized system.

• Phone: (760) 776-6430
• Email: dscinfo@palmdesert.gov

For construction work hours, please visit our Code Compliance page using this link. 

For traffic impact studies, please visit our Public Works page using this link. 

Fire Marshal Services help protect life, property, and the community by reducing fire risks and ensuring compliance with fire and life safety regulations. In Palm Desert, the Fire Marshal works in coordination with the Riverside County Fire Department to promote fire prevention through inspections, plan reviews, investigations, and public education.

These services play a critical role in supporting safe development, business operations, and special events throughout the city.

What the Fire Marshal Does

• Conducts fire and life safety inspections of commercial and multi-family properties
• Reviews building and construction plans for fire code compliance
• Issues permits related to fire safety and hazardous materials
• Investigates fire incidents when necessary
• Supports community education and fire prevention efforts
• Reviews and approves special events for fire and life safety requirements

How to Contact Fire Marshal Services

Palm Desert City Hall
73510 Fred Waring Drive
Palm Desert, CA 92260

Office: 760-776-6388
Email: crodriguez@palmdesert.gov

For additional information about Fire Marshal Services and related programs, visit the Riverside County Fire Department Fire Marshal webpage.