City of Chico

Online Services


This site provides access to allow the public to search for information and complete many common tasks online. 

For permit applications, we are currently experiencing problems with our online payment portal. Your patience as we work to correct the problem is greatly appreciated. Meanwhile, please use your dashboard to track your application status and a notification will be sent to you when your application payment is ready to be received. 


Use the "Setup an Account" link above to create an account. After you logon anyone can use the links below to search for basic information about permits, projects, and code enforcement


Public User accounts (Homeowners) allow for scheduling inspections, uploading/downloading PDF documents, and paying fees.  To set up an account click on  Public Account Setup to register. 


Contractor and Registered Design Professional accounts set up a dashboard to better maintain all permits and projects.  For those contractors already doing business with the City of Chico, please select contractor from the dropdown menu above, enter your state license number and click Forgot Password.  You will be prompted to set your password.  If you are not registered with the City of Chico, please call the City at 530-879-6700.