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What do I need a Zoning Certificate for?

A zoning certificate is required before you can: build a new home build an addition build a deck construct a fence install a swimming pool erect an accessory building        

Do I need a permit for an accessory building?

If the structure is over 200 sq. ft. a building permit is required along with the zoning permit. If the structure is under 200 sq. ft. a building permit is not required, however you will still need to obtain a zoning permit.

What is needed for lawn irrigation?

If a contractor/homeowner wants to put in a lawn sprinkler system, they need to fill out a plumbing permit. Attached to the permit, they must have a drawing showing the number of heads and where they are located on the property. The cost for a lawn sprinkler permit is ? PLUS $4.00 per head (fixture). … Continued

What is needed for a swimming pool?

First, you need to submit a zoning permit application and site plan to the Zoning department. A building permit application, an electrical permit application, and if there is a heater being installed a plumbing permit application.  Manufacturers information, and how the pool will be secured is required along with the applications.  If the pool is 4ft. … Continued

What do I need to build a deck?

First, you need to submit a zoning permit application and site plan to the Zoning department. The Building department needs 2 detailed drawings of the proposed deck including the dimensions, height from the ground and depth of the post-holes.

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