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Check First!

Many Home Improvement Projects Require a Building Permit

A building permit is usually required for:

• New buildings
• Additions to homes, such as a bedroom or bath
• Residential home-improvement projects, such as decks and fences
• Garage conversions
• Basement conversions
• Re-roofing, re-siding and new windows

Separate permits may be required for work involving electrical service/systems, plumbing systems and HVAC systems.

A building permit ensures that the proposed construction meets minimum safety standards and allows code officials to protect the public by reducing potential hazards.  Many insurance companies will not cover damage resulting from work performed without proper permits and inspections.  Checking with the City building official before starting any project can reduce the chance of having to perform costly changes.