This guide provides an overview of account set up. To view the guide click here.

The Civic Access Dashboard allows customers to view a visual representation of aggregated data. It displays data about permits, plans, inspections, invoices, and licenses.

Customers can access saved drafts of submissions and add unpaid invoices directly to the shopping cart. The dashboard displays data that is contextual to the registered user. To view the guide click here.

The Application Assistant offers a guided way to apply for licenses, permits, and plans. To view a guide about using the application assistant click here. 

To view a guide on paying fees click here.

Customers can submit electronic plans through Civic Access for the jurisdiction to review. Once submitted, and the jurisdiction has reviewed the plans, the customer may receive an email or need to

log into Civic Access to review failed or approved reviews. For a guide on this process click here.

Customers can request an inspection through Civic Access after the City issues a permit. This guide uses a permit as an example for requesting an inspection, but the process is similar for other records that allow customers to request inspections based on configuration. Customers must be registered users and a contact associated with the case. Inspection requests interact with the inspection-related data on the dashboard. Click here to view the guide.

We have a step-by-step guide with screenshots available here.

Fees can be paid by credit card online in the portal, by check (mailed to 600 E A St., Dixon CA 95620), or by cash or credit card in person at City Hall (600 E A St., Dixon CA 95620). Please note, there is a $5,000 limit on all credit card transactions. Any fee total that exceeds $5,000 must be paid by check or cash.

Fees are due before approval. Fees are based on the application date of a complete submittal. Fees are updates annually in Spring and effective in summer, as part of the annual CPI index. 

For applications submitted on or after July 1, 2025 - An annual 2024 Consumer Price Index (CPI) update was approved on April 15, 2025 by the City Council (Resolution No 25-048), approving updates to the Master Fee Scheduled. The approved increase was a 2.4% to all fees. A copy of the Master Fee Schedule can be viewed here and became effective on July 1, 2025.

In addition to the permit fees, permits may be subject to:

• Various state fees (Strong Motion Inspection Program aka SMIP and Building Standards Administration) 
• City surcharge fee (General Plan Maintenance/Update and Technology fee) 
• City of Dixon AB 1600 Impact fees and County of Solano impact fees (for new construction)

City Fees

Development Impact (AB 1600) Fees are updated annually. The most recent update was approved by the City Council (Resolution No 25-022) on March 4, 2025 and became effective 60 day thereafter, or May 5, 2025. The new fees are in effect for any new building permit applied on or after the effective date. Projects that have already summited a complete building permit application prior to the new effective date, are subject to the AB 1600 fees in place at the time of their application. See new fee schedule and past three schedules below. The Fiscal Year 2023-24 Development Impact Fee Annual Report (presented 12/17/24 to City Council) is also available here.

Current AB1600 Fee Schedule, effective 5/5/25 - 

Past AB1600 Fee Schedule, effective 3/16/24 - 5/4/25

Past AB1600 Fee Schedule, effective 3/6/23 - 3/15/24

Past AB1600 Fee Schedule. effective 8/20/22 - 3/5/23

Solano County Fees

The City serves as a pass thru to the County impact fees which are adopted and established by Solano County. the current County impact fees can be viewed here Solano County Facilities Fee (PDF)

Dixon Unified School District Fees

Dixon School District Impact Fee Form 
* Please note, there is a $5,000 limit on all credit card transactions. Any building permit/impact fee total that exceeds $5,000 must be paid by check or cash. This fee is paid directly to the school district.

• Energy Storage System Submittal Checklist
• Electric Vehicle Service Equipment Permit Process
• Permit Submittal Guidelines
• Resubmittal Form
• Revision Form

Non-Residential Forms

• Non-Residential Photovoltaic Checklist
• Non-Residential Online Submittal Requirements
• Non-Residential Checklist

Residential Forms

• Master Plan Cover Sheet
• Master Plan Submittal
• Residential Accessory Structure
• Residential Bathroom Remodel
• Residential Energy Storage System
• Residential HVAC
• Residential Generator
• Residential Island Venting
• Residential Kitchen Remodel
• Residential Permit Application Checklist
• Residential Pool-Spa Checklist
• Residential Reroof Cool Roof
• Residential Reroof Homeowner Info
• Residential Sewer, Water, Gas, Electrical and Plumbing Alterations
• Residential Stucco and Siding
• Residential Water Heater
• Residential Window
• Residential EV Charger Receptacle
• Residential Panel Changeout
• Residential Plot Plan Example
• Residential Rooftop Solar PV
• Residential Service Load Worksheet
• Residential SolarApp+ Instructions

Other Forms

• Accessibility Hardship Worksheet
  
• Accessibility Complaint Form
• Air District Questionnaire
• Building Permit Waiver Form
• Construction Demolition and Debris Program
• Owner-Builder Form
• Permit Extension Request Form
• School Letter
• Smoke Detector, Carbon Monoxide and Water Saving Fixtures
• Special Inspection Agreement
• Water Meter Form

• Add Fenstration
• Replacing Fenstration
• Insulation
• Roof Replacement
• HVAC
• Water Heater

• Alternative Materials and Request
• Licensed Architect/Engineer Required
• Asbestos for Your Home Renovation Project
• Certificate of Occupancy Information for Business Owners
• Change of Contractor Application
• Change of Registered Design Professional
• Conventionally Built Patio Covers
• Deferred Submittal Agreement
• Building and Structural Design
• Gas Piping Installation and Testing
• On-Site Private Sewer and Storm Drain System
• Non Residential Paint Spray Booths
• Pool Demo Handout
• Request for Information Plan Duplication
• Residential-Based Care Facilities R-3.1
• Retaining Wall Requirements
• Storage Racking and Display Cases
• Water Efficient Landscaping Ordinance
• Who May Prepare Plans
• Work Exempt from Permits

Legislative Policies

• ADU Duplex Townhome Submittal Regulations
• SB 721 and SB 326 Elevated Element Inspections
• AB 750 Homeless Shelter Inspections
• AB 2234 Sample Applications
• AB 548 and AB 838 State Housing Law Inspection Policy
• SB 1465 Substandard Housing Checklist
• AB 2533 Substandard Housing Checklist Unpermitted
• AB 2533 Substandard Housing Inspection Report
• SB 1465 Substandard Housing Process
• AB 253 Third Party Plan Review

• ADU Flyer
• ADU and JADU built without permit AB 2533
• ADU Plan Submittal AB 2234
• ADU Handbook Update
• Pre-Approved ADU Master Plan Submittal Checklist
• Pre-Approved ADU Plan Site Specific Permit Checklist
• Pre-Approved ADU Program for Designers
• Pre-Approved ADU Program for Homeowners
• SB9 Fact Sheet

Excavations in newly paved or re-surfaced streets are at the discretion of the City Engineer as outlined in City Ordinance 20-014O. An approved street-cut moratorium waiver is required prior to the issuance of an encroachment permit.

• Ordinance 20-014
• Moratorium waiver request form

CFC 105.1.2 A construction permit allows the applicant to install or modify systems and equipment for which a permit is required by Section 105.6
CFC 105.6 Required Construction Permits. The fire code official is authorized to issue construction permits for work as set forth in Sections 105.6.1 through 105.6.24.

• Application Type Definitions

• Comprehensive Submittal Checklist (All Planning Applications)
  
• Conditional Use Permit
• Design Review
• Lot Line Adjustments
• Parcel Map
• Variances
• Administrative Fence Permit
• Sign Permit

• Home Occupation Permit Brochure

A Special Event is defined as any assembly of persons of fifty (50) people or more on city property or right-of-way; or an event that obstructs the normal flow of pedestrian or vehicular traffic; or is a hazard to the public peace, health, safety or general welfare of the community.

Applications must be complete and include all attachments. The due dates are as follows:

• Block Party - 14 days in advance
• Special Event- 45 days in advance
• Highway 113 Closure- 120 days in advance

Any application submitted after the deadline is subject to denial based on lack of adequate time for approval. Any application that does not provide the minimum items required in each section is incomplete and the review may not be completed within the needed time for approval.

Applications may be submitted online.

Please contact recreation@cityofdixonca.gov with questions.

ABC event and daily licenses are processed through the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control. The Dixon Police Department reviews applications. The event host is responsible for completing all forms and submitting to ABC.  If you are hosting an event on public or private property that requires an ABC Daily License and law enforcement approval, please apply online 30 days in advance.

Events on private commercial property may require a Temporary Use Permit (TUP). Applications must be submitted 45 days in advance. 

Application

Fees

Please contact planningdepartment@cityofdixonca.gov with questions.

The City considers co-sponsored events annually. Request forms must be emailed to dixonrecreation@cityofdixonca.gov by December 1 for events occurring March 1-February 28. Events are typically considered for approval by City Council in February.

The following criteria will be used by City Council to evaluate and choose the co-sponsored events: 

1. Held within the City limits.
2. Be of a citywide nature.
3. Demonstrate an ability to draw participants.
4. Be free and open to the public with both a citywide and regional draw.
5. Occur within the prescribed approval year.
6. Encourages celebration of the community.
7. All sponsors and or co-sponsors are identified and approved by the City Council.
8. Host shall apply for a special event permit with the City and meet the requirements of the special events policy.
9. Alcohol consumption and street closures require separate City Council approval due to City ordinances and CalTrans requirements.

Event Co-Sponsorship Request Form

Event Co-Sponsorship Policy

The City provides advertising space on the I-80 digital billboard and at Pardi Plaza for non-profit events. See below for policies and applications.

• Digital Billboard Application
• Digital Billboard Policy
• Pardi Plaza Banner Application
• Pardi Plaza Banner Use Policy