When is a Residential Permit Required?

Residential Projects Requiring Permits

Building permits are required for these projects.  This is not a complete list of all type of projects. 

Note: All structures exceeding one story in height or 350 square feet in area shall be designed by a state licensed engineer. Wind Speed is equal to 150 miles per hour (Ultimate Design Wind Speed, V ULT).

  1. Exterior
  2. Interior

Exterior Projects

  • Decks over 30 inches above grade with or without cover
  • Porch/patio covers, awnings, carports larger than 200 square feet or attached to current structure
  • Storage sheds exceeding 200 square feet
  • Fence installation or replacement, 50% or greater
  • Lawn sprinklers systems
  • Pools 24 inches or more in depth (above/In ground), hot tubs & spas
  • Driveways & driveway extensions
  • Any room additions
  • Attached or detached garages
  • Accessory buildings larger than 200 square feet
  • Heating & A/C installations or replacements
  • Patio enclosures
  • Solar panel installation or replacement
  • Gas line installation or replacement
  • Electrical work (other than exchange of fixtures)
  • Plumbing work (other than exchange of fixtures)
  • Installation or replacement of windows and/or doors
  • Installation or replacement of siding
  • Roof deck installation, replacement, or repair
  • Installation, replacement, or repair of any structural component
  • Concrete sidewalks (on private property)
  • Concrete porches/patios (without roofs)
  • Demolition

Residential Projects - Permits Not Required

Permits are not required for these projects

  1. Exterior
  2. Interior

Exterior Project Examples

  • General landscaping
  • Wood decks less than 30 inches above grade without cover (Must be anchored properly to resist uplift)
  • Painting
  • Minor fence repair less than 50%
  • Roof shingle replacement only
  • Fence repair less than 50%
  • Roof shingle replacement only