Building Permits

Our office fields several calls each week regarding the need for building permits.  Below are some examples of work that does/does not need a permit.  If you are unsure of the need for a permit, please contact our office prior to beginning work and we will verify if a permit is needed.

Building permits are required for all structural work done to the interior or exterior of any building on a lot.  Some examples are additions, decks, porches, removing or repairing wall studs or floor/ceiling joists, and re-framing windows and doors. All storage buildings, either permanent or temporary require a building permit. All septic system repairs or replacements also need a building permit.

Mechanical equipment replacements such as a furnace, woodstove, boiler, or water heater require a building permit.

Aesthetic repairs and upgrades such as painting, carpeting, wallpapering, drywall repair or replacement, and siding are some examples of items that do not require a permit. Sidewalks, block patios, landscaping, and driveways also do not require a building permit.