The City of Big Bear Lake is committed to increasing public access to government services through convenient digital platforms. The City's new online permitting portal, which will be launched on September 29, 2025, will allow citizens and businesses to process many frequently used permits and review processes for Planning, Building & Safety, and Engineering online. Services available online include:
- Building & Safety plan review and permits such as roofing, plumbing, electrical, demolition, additions, and new construction.
- Planning processes and permits such as development review, use permits, and special events.
- Engineering processes and permits including encroachments, utility work such as sewer connections, street work, and land mapping processes.
Once launched, residents and businesses can use the portal to apply and pay for permits, schedule inspections, check the status of their project review, or print an approved permit directly from the internet, 24 hours a day, and seven days a week.
The new system is powered by software from Accela, a widely utilized provider of cloud solutions for government to accelerate digital transformation, deliver vital services and build stronger communities. Accela’s online permitting services are utilized by many agencies across the State, including the County of San Bernardino. The consistency of platforms between the City of Big Bear Lake and San Bernardino County will aid in the implementation of this program as many members of the development community are already familiar with the interface.
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Building & Safety Online Services
Planning Online Services