Construction Permits

When should I pull a permit?

 •    Fence

•    Siding

•    Roof

•    Framing

•    Sheetrock

•    Plumbing over $1,000 in cost

•    Heaters- gas, oil, electric

•    Mobile Home Setup

•    Stucco

•    Windows- Only if the size of the window is changing or being reframed around it

•    Additions

•    Decks

•    Demolition

•    Foundations

•    Gas Pressure Test

•    Handicap ramps

•    Heating, Ventilation and Cooling

•    New Construction

•    Retaining Walls- over 36 inches in height

•    Water or Sewer Lines

•    Street Cuts

•    Curb & Gutters

•    Water Heaters

•    Tanks

•    Signs

•    Sheds over 200 sq. feet

•    Communication Towers

•    Solar Panels

When do I NOT need a permit?

 •    Flat work such as driveways, sidewalks and concrete patios

•    Windows- Only if the size of the window IS NOT changing

•    Flooring such as carpet, tile, linoleum etc.

•    Cabinets

•    Painting

•    Retaining Walls- under 36 inches in height

•    Sprinkler systems

•    Maintenance of vegetation

•    Plumbing under $1,000 in cost

•    Replace light fixtures

•    Sheds under 200 sq. feet

What permits require a plan review?

 •    Fence

•    Framing

•    Plumbing

•    Heaters

•    Mobile Home Setup

•    Windows

•    Additions

•    Decks

•    Demolition

•    Foundations

•    Handicap Ramp

•    HVAC

•    New Construction

•    Retaining Walls

•    Signs

•    Water Heaters

•    Tanks

•    Sheds over 200 sq. feet

•    Communication Towers

•    Solar Panels

 This list is not all inclusive and any item not listed is subject to a building permit and/or plan review. If it is not listed you can call our office to inquire if a permit is needed and/or a plan review.  For any questions about the proper plans to submit or documentation required please come see us at 915 Third St or call 307-328-4599.