Planning
Special Event Application
To obtain a Special Event Permit in Apple Valley, you must complete and submit an application at least 10 business days before your event date. Applications received fewer than 10 days in advance may be denied. Applicants are responsible for securing all necessary permits from both the Town of Apple Valley Building Division and the Apple Valley Fire Protection District. If there is information that you do not have or does not pertain to your event, please mark N/A in the required fields as all the spaces must be filled. Please note: Inspection and plan review fees vary based on the size and nature of the event.
SB County Fire Letter Application
This document serves as a standardized application for property owners or contractors seeking a fire letter, which is required to obtain a building permit in San Bernardino County. The form collects essential project details such as the property address, project type (e.g., single-family residence, barn, mobile home), square footage, garage information, and contact details. A fee of $122 is required to be paid before the fire letter is issued, and applicants are advised to keep multiple copies for their records.
Certificate of Occupancy Application
Plan Review Application
Development Related Application
An Application is required for any Development related activities such as new construction, remodeling, or site improvements. This application is required for the following permits: Development Permit, Conditional Use Permit, Special Use Permit, Temporary Use Permit, Tentative Parcel Map, Tentative Tract Map, & Site Plan Review. This will include a checklist of required documents, applicable fees, and a review process. If there is information that you do not have or does not pertain to your project, please mark N/A in the required fields as all the spaces must be filled to submit the application.
Local Ordinances
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Fire Hazard Severity Zone Ordinance 63
This ordinance formally adopts the updated California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CALFIRE) Local Responsibility Area (LRA) Fire Hazard Severity Zones for the jurisdiction of the Apple Valley Fire Protection District. It establishes the official Moderate, High, and Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zones as identified by the State Fire Marshal, incorporates the official Fire Zone Map by reference, and mandates that any parcel with multiple zone designations be classified according to the highest risk present. The ordinance applies to all properties and developments within the District, requires compliance with all relevant fire safety codes. It also includes provisions for enforcement, severability, and public accessibility of the Fire Zone Map.
Administrative Citation Ordinance 65
Ordinance No. 65 – Administrative Citation Program, which provides the Fire Protection District with authority to enforce local ordinances, fire codes, and safety regulations through an administrative citation process. It defines the procedures for issuing citations, sets forth fine amounts, outlines the appeal and hearing process, and describes methods for collection and enforcement of penalties. The ordinance is intended to promote compliance through a consistent, fair, and efficient enforcement mechanism while reducing reliance on criminal prosecution and supporting public safety objectives within the District.
Fire Code Amendments Ordinance 67
Ordinance No. 67 – Fire Code Amendments, which formally adopts and amends the California Fire Code as enforced by the Fire Protection District, including locally necessary modifications to address regional fire hazards, environmental conditions, and operational needs. It identifies specific sections of the Fire Code that are amended, added, or clarified, establishes the District’s authority to enforce these provisions, and ensures consistency with state law while strengthening local fire and life safety standards. The ordinance is intended to enhance fire prevention, improve emergency response effectiveness, and provide clear, enforceable requirements tailored to community-specific fire risks.
Subdivision Ordinance 69
Ordinance No. 69 – Subdivisions, which sets fire and life safety requirements applicable to the design, review, and approval of subdivisions and land development projects within the Fire Protection District. It outlines standards related to fire apparatus access, water supply, fire flow, fuel modification, and other fire protection features, and clarifies the roles and responsibilities of developers, property owners, and reviewing authorities during the subdivision process. The ordinance is intended to ensure that new development is planned and constructed in a manner that provides adequate fire protection, supports effective emergency response, and reduces long-term fire risk to the community.
Wildland Urban Interface Ordinance 71
Ordinance No. 71 – Community Wildland-Urban Interface (CWUI), which designates areas within the Fire Protection District as wildland-urban interface zones and establishes fire prevention and mitigation requirements tailored to wildfire risk. It outlines standards related to vegetation management, defensible space, building and ignition-resistant construction features, access, and ongoing property maintenance, consistent with applicable state regulations and adopted fire codes. The ordinance is intended to reduce wildfire hazards, improve structure survivability, enhance firefighter safety, and strengthen overall community resilience in areas subject to elevated wildland fire risk.
Hazard Abatement Ordinance 64
Ordinance No. 64 – Hazard Abatement, which authorizes the Fire Protection District to identify, declare, and abate fire hazards that pose an immediate or ongoing threat to life, property, and public safety. It outlines the legal authority, procedures, and enforcement mechanisms for requiring property owners to remove hazardous conditions, including notice requirements, timelines for compliance, emergency abatement provisions, cost recovery, and penalties for noncompliance. The ordinance is intended to reduce wildfire risk, improve community safety, and ensure defensible space and property maintenance standards are met within the District.
Fire Flow Ordinance 66
Ordinance No. 66 – Fire Flow, which sets minimum fire-flow and fire-protection water supply requirements for new development, construction, and certain existing occupancies within the Fire Protection District. It defines standards for water availability, duration, and distribution necessary for effective firefighting operations, references applicable fire codes and adopted standards, and outlines the responsibilities of property owners, developers, and water purveyors to ensure compliance. The ordinance is intended to enhance fire suppression capabilities, reduce fire risk, and protect life and property by ensuring adequate and reliable water supply for fire protection purposes.
Fees for Service Ordinance 68
Ordinance No. 68 – Fees for Service, which authorizes the Fire Protection District to recover costs associated with providing specific fire prevention, inspection, plan review, permitting, and other related services. It identifies the types of services subject to fees, establishes the District’s authority to adopt and update a fee schedule by resolution, and outlines provisions for billing, collection, and adjustments as allowed by law. The ordinance is intended to ensure that the costs of providing specialized services are equitably allocated, support the sustainability of District operations, and maintain compliance with applicable statutory and regulatory requirements.
Cost Recovery Ordinance 70
Ordinance No. 70 – Cost Recovery, which authorizes the Fire Protection District to recover costs incurred for emergency responses, special services, and enforcement activities when permitted by law. It outlines the circumstances under which cost recovery may be applied, identifies recoverable expenses, and describes the procedures for billing, collection, and appeals. The ordinance is intended to ensure responsible use of District resources, reduce the financial burden on the general public, and support the long-term sustainability of emergency services while maintaining fairness and legal compliance.
Board of Appeals Ordinance 72
Ordinance No. 72 – The Board of Appeals for the Apple Valley Fire Protection District, which is to review appeals and conduct hearings related to decisions made by the Fire Official under the California Fire Code (2025 Edition) and other District ordinances. The Board, consisting of three qualified, impartial members appointed by the District's Board of Directors, serves on a volunteer basis for four-year terms. The Board hears appeals, issues of written decisions, and may uphold, modify, or reverse the Fire Official's rulings, but cannot waive or interpret Code requirements. Appeals must be filed within 20 days; hearings are public, and decisions can be appealed to the District's Board of Directors, whose ruling is final. Legal counsel is provided, and court review is available for errors of law.