New residential construction

All new residential construction requires complete plans review and permit acquisition prior to construction.  Information on plan reviews and permits are listed below.  

On-site inspections are required to be scheduled and will be provided by a new construction staff inspector free of charge. A final inspection, approval  and "Certificate of Occupancy" are required by state law, prior to occupancy of any residential structure.

Plan review

The following are required for plan review:

  • A dimensioned site plan which locates the structure on the lot.
  • A foundation plan showing poured wall or crawl space details, if applicable.
  • A floor plan with all rooms identified and dimensioned.
  • A proper wall section
  • Front, side and rear elevations of the proposed structure.
  • Framing details including joist and rafter layouts, truss layout, and knee walls, if applicable.
  • Floor elevation callout on site plan, relative to closest downstream manhole.
  • LFUCG Division of Engineering approval of site drainage and erosion control measures.

All plans must be on paper no smaller than 8 1/2" X 11" and must be drawn to scale or properly dimensioned. 

Plans may be submitted for review or can be reviewed upon request at the Building Inspection office on a first-come, first served basis during regular working hours.

Permit applications

Permit applications for new residential construction are available online.

Permits

Permit fees are based on the square footage to be built and a per dwelling base fee.   

 

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