Common Projects that Require a Building Permit

• New construction of a home or commercial building
• New construction of an accessory building
• Additions or alteration of an existing home, accessory building, or commercial building
• Moving/demolishing a building
• Occupancy of an existing commercial building for a new commercial use

Exterior Projects

• Fences over seven (7) feet in height
• Masonry fences and walls that exceed (4) feet in height
• Patio covers (open or enclosed)
• Decks that exceed thirty (30) inches above grade, attached to the home, or greater than 200 SF
• Reroof on a house, garage or other structure
• Siding on a house or garage
• Installation of a swimming pool or hot tub
• Remodeling or conversion of an existing garage
• Sign installations (Permits are required from Planning as well as Building)

Plumbing/Electrical/Mechanical Projects

• Replacement/installation of water heaters and water softeners
• Hot tub or whirlpool installation
• Replacement of mechanical equipment
• Any type of electrical, heating or plumbing alteration/improvement/addition
• Replacement of furnace or central air conditioner
• Alteration of a kitchen/bathroom