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Multi-Family Addition
When the location of any part of the exterior walls and roof of a multi-family residence are changed, an addition permit is required. Examples would be single or multi- story addition, screen or open porch with roof, 3 season room, etc.
See below for permit submittal requirements and general information.
See below for permit submittal requirements and general information.
Application Requirements
- Permit Application Packet (PDF) - The documents below have been combined into one PDF file.
- Permit Application
- Non-Residential Zoning Worksheet
- Building Site and Utility Data Worksheet
- Water Service and Meter Worksheet
- Fire Protection – Letter of Understanding (only if a separate Fire Protection permit is required)
- Contractor of Record (Contractor License Requirements / Contractor License Application)
Application Fees & Deposits
- Permit Application Deposit - $750 (Due at time of permit application submission)
- Building Construction and Inspection Fee - $200 minimum fee for up to 1,500 square feet ($25 per additional 1,000 square feet over 1,500) (Due at time of permit pick-up)
- Additional fees may apply at time of permit pick-up
Drawing Requirements (To Be Submitted With Permit Application)
- Construction Documents - 4 sets* (see Architectural Drawing Requirements (PDF))
- Civil Drawings - 4 rolled sets* (See below)
- If under 400 square feet, see Civil Engineering Submittal Guidelines Under 400 Square Feet (PDF)
- If over 400 square feet, see Civil Engineering Submittal Guidelines Over 400 Square Feet (PDF)
- Plat of Survey - 4 copies (survey must be sealed and be “to scale”)
Separate Permit Requirements
The following may occur with the construction of an addition to a single family and require a separate permit:- Tree Removal
- Fence
- Back-Up Generator
- Elevator (PDF)
- Swimming Pool
- Finishing of Basement/Attic Space (PDF) (if not shown on the approved drawings for this addition)
- Deck/Patio (if not shown on the approved drawings for this addition)
Construction Submittal Requirements
The following may apply during the course of construction:- Permit Revision Application (PDF)
- Spot/Location Survey Approval Application (PDF) - Required only if a Zoning Variation was granted
- Energy Certificate and Instructions (PDF) - Included in permit documents returned to applicant upon permit pick-up
Required Inspections
See Guidelines For Scheduling Permit Inspection (PDF) for more information.- Final Inspection Checklists Used by Inspectors (Building (PDF), Electrical/Mechanical (PDF), Plumbing (PDF))
Additional Resources
- Insulation Changes During Construction
- Basic Zoning Information (PDF)
- Typical Residential Building Construction Notes (PDF)
- Certificate of Occupancy Request (PDF)
- Energy Code (2015 IECC) Information
- Impervious Surface Fee Information (PDF)
- Impervious Surface Fee Map (PDF)