For the construction of a new single family residence, see below for permit submittal requirements and for general construction information.

Application Requirements

• Permit Application Packet - Documents below have been combined into this one PDF file.
  • Architectural Control Commission Application
  • Building Permit Application
  • Building Site and Utility Data Worksheet
  • Contractor of Record (Contractor License Requirements / Contractor License Application)
  • Fire Protection – Letter of Understanding (separate Fire Protection permit required)
  • Solar & Electric Vehicle-Ready Provisions
  • Water Service and Meter Worksheet
  • Whole House Mechanical Ventilation System Worksheet
  • Zoning Worksheet – Residential

Application Fees & Deposits

• Building Construction and Inspection Fee - $2.05 per square feet of floor area (One of the fees due at time of permit pick-up)
• Permit Application Deposit - $1,000 (Due at time of permit application submission)
• Additional fees may apply at time of permit pick-up

Drawing Requirements (To Be Submitted With Permit Application)

Please review the Residential Plan Review Checklist prior to submitting your drawings and read through the Common Residential Plan Submission Mistakes.

• Civil Engineering Drawings - 4 rolled sets (see Civil Engineering Submittal Guidelines)
• Construction Documents - 4 rolled sets (see Architectural Drawing Requirements)
• Plat of Survey - 4 copies (survey must be sealed and be “to scale”)

Separate Permit Requirements

The following may occur with the construction of a new single family residence and require a separate permit:

• Back-Up Generator
• Deck/Patio (if not shown on the approved drawings for the new residence)
• Elevator
• Fence
• Finish of Basement/Attic Space (if not shown on the approved drawings for residence)
• Fire Protection (Fire Sprinkler System)
• Lawn Sprinkler (Irrigation)
• Mission Brook Sanitary District Sewer Application - For properties located within the Mission Brook Sanitary District
• Swimming Pool (Indoor or outdoor)
• Tree Removal

Construction Submittal Requirements

The following will apply during the course of construction:

• Energy Certificate and Instructions 
• Permit Revision Application
• Spot/Location Survey Approval

Required Inspections

• Inspection Information For New Single Family Residence
  • Final Inspection Checklists - Building, Electrical/Mechanical, Plumbing

Additional Resources

• Insulation Change During Construction
• Basic Zoning Information
• Certificate of Occupancy Request
• Civil Engineering As-Built Requirements
• Letter of Substantial Completion
• As-Built Drawing Approval Application
• Energy Code (2018 IECC) Information
• Impervious Surface Fee Information
• Impervious Surface Fee Map
• Code Amendments for Solar and Electric Vehicle Readiness
• Maintenance of Grass-Weeds on Construction Sites