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Types of Projects that require a Building PermitPermits are required to: erect, construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, improve, remove, convert or demolish any building or structure.
(If you are unsure if the work you would like to do may need a permit please call or e-mail the Building Inspector)
General Building Project / Systems
New buildings / structures
Additions (bedrooms, bathrooms, family rooms, etc.)
Decks, garages, fences, fireplaces, swimming pools, water heaters, etc.)
Renovations (garage conversions, finishing the basement, kitchen expansions, re-roofing, siding etc.) If you are not sure please call.
Plumbing systems
HVAC (heating, ventilating and air-conditioning) systems
Electrical systems
Note: A Building Permit from the City does not include electrical wiring. A separate request for an Electrical Inspection Form (plus required fees) must be submitted to the Board of Electricity at or before the start of any electrical installation.
Samples of Specific Project Types
- Construction a new home
- Building a deck or porch
- Installing a fireplace, chimney or wood stove
- Installing a furnace, air conditioner or mechanical ventilation system
- Plumbing alterations
- Finishing a basement
- Additions to a house or garage
- Sheds
- Underground sprinkler systems
- Fences
- Retaining walls higher than four feet
- Window replacement / Egress windows
- Siding
- Swimming pools of 5,000 gallons or more
- Re-roofing
- Garage
- Water Heater replacement
- Sewer and water service alterations
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