Residential Permits
Building permits ensure minimum standards to safeguard life, health, property and the public welfare by regulating the design, construction, quality of materials and use of buildings and structures; and to protect the environment.
For questions about a particular code, please refer to the applicable code or ordinance for more detailed and accurate information.
Are you starting a project and are unsure if a permit is required? View a list of commonly requested projects and required permits.
Are you starting a new project and wondering how much a permit will cost? Visit a list of the permit types and the how fees are calculated to understand the cost.
There are two phases following the submittal of an application:
- Plan Review: The County staff reviews the permit application and building plans to make sure it meets building codes. Plan review must be completed before a building permit is issued.
- Construction Inspection: This takes place after a building permit has been issued. A Building Inspector approves each part of the project, checking to see that the work is done safely and follows the approved plans and codes.
Residential Permit Types
Mobile Home Permit
A mobile home is a prefabricated structure used as a permanent home. They are often permanently or semi-permanently stationed in one place, but can be moved from one site to another.
Plans on File
A licensed contractor can submit construction plans within the current code year for the county to place on file for future use.
Residential Accessory Structure
Residential accessory structures such as barn, detached garage, gazebo, pool house, studio/workshop, 2nd floor addition to detached structure, detached porch, detached deck, shed, fence, retaining wall and others.
Residential Antenna Permit
Permits are required for ham radio antenna.
Residential Fireplace Permit
A permit is required for the installation of a fireplace. This includes the interior or exterior construction and/or alteration of the fireplace and chimney.
Residential Single Family Attached Permit
The new construction or demolition and rebuild of a single family attached. This includes but is not limited to townhouses and condos.
Residential Single Family Dwelling Permit
The construction or demolition and rebuild of a single family dwelling, interior and exterior alterations to an existing single family dwelling and anything attached to the single family dwelling.
Residential Solar Permit
Installation of solar cells to convert sunlight into electricity. A solar panel is a collection of solar cells.
Residential Stove Insert Permit
The installation of a stove insert into an existing fireplace.
