Grading Permit

When is a Grading Permit Required?

In general, a Grading Permit is required whenever you are excavating or filling earth that is more than 1 ft. deep and totals more than 25 cubic yards. Grading Permits are always required when building a New Single Family Residence.

How do I get a Grading Permit?

All permit applications shall be submitted electronically through the eTRAKIT Permit Portal. If you are having trouble accessing eTRAKIT or need assistance, please call Donna Ducharm at (949) 248-3594or refer to our How to Create Your Account Guide.

PLEASE BE ADVISED:  The City of Dana Point has been made aware of fraudulent emails being sent to some eTRAKIT portal users requesting payment of invoices via wire transfer.

  • The City DOES NOT request or accept payment via wire transfer.
  • If you receive an email requesting payment that seems unusual, urgent, or directs you to wire funds, do not respond or send payment.
  • Official communications will only come from @danapoint.org email addresses.

If you are unsure whether a payment request is legitimate, please contact the Community Development Department directly at (949) 248-3564.

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Related Fees and Deposits

Please see Resolution 19-06-04-02 for our Fee Schedule. 

What are the Water Quality Protection Requirements?

Water quality requirements can vary depending upon the size and location of your project. Please refer to the Grading Manual here: Grading Manual. 

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