Building Permits

In order to receive a building permit, approval must first be given by the Zoning Administrator.  Such approval will require a site sketch of a site plan.

The following applications require building permits:

• All plumbing that ties into City taps now requires a permit and  must be inspected prior to covering any lines.
• Anything you construct or alter to a structure (New home, garage, accessory building or remodeling)
• Electrical, plumbing, or mechanical (HVAC)
• Commercial signage
• Pools or tanks
• Industrial or commercial remodeling or construction
• Vinyl siding, replacement windows, or remodeling in excess of 50% of property value
• Demolish a structure

NOT REQUIRING PERMITS:

• Painting, plastering, wall-papering
• Electrical less than 50 volts
• Storage building under 150 square feet
• Replacement of  roof covering, carpet, cabinets, or floor coverings. 
• Any replacement of mechanical or plumbing equipment and appliances except those fueled by gas or oil, within a dwelling unit in occupancies of use group R-2, which are 4 stories or less in height and in occupancies of use Use Groups R-3 and R-4.