Residential Remodel

  1. Submittal Requirements
  2. Required inspections
  3. Helpful information
  1. Completed application (include contractors or list homeowner if applicable) 
  2. Homeowner affidavit if the homeowner/occupant proposes to complete any of the work themselves (must own and occupy the property as primary residence to qualify)
  3. Current floor plan
    1. Must be to scale and have dimensions
    2. Must show adjacent areas to the proposed remodel, and entire footprint is preferred
    3. Must include room labels (bedroom, rec room, stairs, etc.) 
  4. Proposed floor plan
    1. Must be to scale and have dimensions
    2. Must show adjacent areas to the proposed remodel, and entire footprint is preferred
    3. Must include room labels (bedroom, rec room, stairs, etc.) 
  5. Engineer stamped drawing or letter for any walls being removed or other clear evidence (as determined acceptable by plans examiner) that the walls are not bearing. This can be accomplished by obtaining the services of a structural engineer to provide a letter stating that it is not load bearing/structural. It might also be accomplished without an engineer if satisfactory documentation/evidence that this is not a bearing location can be provided. This can include photos/text showing that there is not a load path above or below the walls to be removed. Staff will review the documentation and determine if it is satisfactory evidence or if the engineer letter or design will be required).
  6. Installation manual showing required clearances for any proposed fireplaces or other appliances including steam shower generators.
  7. Engineering is required if the proposed remodel includes new exterior openings, changes to existing exterior openings, removal of interior walls, or removal/relocation of mono-posts or other supports.
  8. A site/plot plan may be required if the proposed remodel includes new exterior openings.
  9. Manuals J, D, and S, and IECC Compliance documents are required for complete (whole house) remodel.

Note:

  • If new countertops are of heavier material than that being replaced, or if a larger or new island is proposed, please provide documentation verifying floor is designed to hold the proposed load. 
  • Water heater/furnace replacement or addition requires a separate permit, except in a complete (whole house remodel).