Permit Requirements

When are the following permits required?


  • Building Permits

    A Building permit is required when any building or structure is erected, constructed, enlarged, altered, repaired, moved, improved, removed, converted or demolished. There are certain "exceptions" when a permit is not required, as in City Code Section 26-231, however, this does not relieve the construction from complying with all applicable laws and ordinances.

  • Electrical Permits - Licensed Contractors Required

    Electrical Permits are required for the construction, repair, installation or modification of any electrical system or equipment, except when a single fixture is replaced and no other construction or repairs are needed.

  • Mechanical Permits - Licensed Contractors Required

    Mechanical Permits are required for the construction, repair, installation or modification of any mechanical system or equipment, except when the repair work is valued at less than $100.

  • Plumbing Permits - Licensed Contractors Required

    Plumbing Permits are required for the construction, repair, installation or modification of any plumbing system, except the direct replacement of a fixture Sink, Water Closet, etc.) is allowed to be replaced without a permit.


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