Do you need a permit for a kitchen remodel in Redwood City?
A kitchen remodel in Redwood City needs a building permit unless all of the work is exempt under section 105.2 of the California Building Code. The City's Building FAQ names painting, flooring and similar finish work as typical exempt items, so a purely cosmetic update often needs no permit.
Once the work adds circuits, moves plumbing or a gas line, or opens a wall, it needs a permit. Applications go through the City's online eTRAKiT portal, and residential interior remodels can qualify for One-Stop plan review, where staff review the plans with you while you wait.
The Building Division answers scope questions at (650) 780-7350 or permits@redwoodcity.org. A remodeler can also point out at the estimate visit which parts of the job need a permit.
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