Building Permit and Safety Code Permits

Complete the building permit application in its entirety. Either apply as the Property Owner or as the Contractor. The building permit application can be sent directly to the Safety Codes permitting agency, The Inspections Group Inc. for processing.

The Site Plan must clearly indicate:

• location of the proposed development in relation to the closest property line(s) and existing structures
• location of existing/proposed on-site private sewage disposal system (pump out, field, mound, etc.) and source of water (well, cistern)
• location of existing/proposed access
• location of any utilities, pipelines, and gas/oil wells
• location of any wetlands, rivers/drainage courses, and bodies of water
• location of customer parking (if a business)
• any other details that may be required by the Development Authority

For your convenience, you may utilize the County's public WebMap/GIS system to prepare your site plan.

Note: You can use the same site plan for both your development application and building permit application

Here is an example of a site plan:

Include information and drawings for the building including:

• floor plan 
  • size/dimensions and labels of each room
• elevation plan
  • height of walls
  • roof pitch
  • location of all windows and doors
  • exterior design of the building

Use the templates, below, if you do not have existing plans.

Note: Although engineering isn't required for your development application, you will require engineered design and stamped drawings for your building permit application. Engineered design and stamped drawings are also required for floating slab foundations for garages/shops that are larger than 24' x 26'.

Submit information on the mobile home and/or "Ready to Move" (RTM) dwelling.

As part of your building permit application for a new dwelling, submit your new home warranty certificate or exemption.

Visit the New Home Buyer Protection Act page for details.

Payment for your building permit application must be sent directly to The Inspections Group Inc. per the fee schedule attached to the building permit application. Payment can also be submitted online by using the Credit Card Authorization form.