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Department of Buildings

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New Building Permit

Permit Description

Construction of an entirely new structure that has not been previously occupied.

Submission Requirements

  1. Architectural plans are required for plan review. A structural engineer is required for structural work.
  2. A surveyor’s plat is required for review and must detail the location of the new structure.

Application Process

  1. Begin your permit application under the permit type of a New Building Permit.
  2. Complete all required questions/fields (i.e. dimensions of the new structure and construction cost)
  3. Upload a formal quote, contract agreement or MS report and submit to pay the filing fee.
  4. Your application will be reviewed and you will receive an email notification to upload your plans and supporting documents to ProjectDox to begin the plan review process.

 

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