1. Do I need a building permit?
Building permits are required for all construction projects including but not limited to: new structures, additions, alterations/renovations/repairs, kitchen & bathroom renovations, new driveways, enlarging driveways, decks & repair of existing decks. It is HIGHLY recommended to call the Building Department, 939-5203 PRIOR to comencing any construction to determine what permits and/or boards are required.
A building permit shall be required prior to the construction or erection of any structure.
Do I need a building permit to install a fence?
No. Fences can be installed without a building permit as long as the proposed fence meets the following regulations:
Section 345-10 (F) - Walls and fences. The yard requirements of this chapter shall not be deemed to prohibit any necessary retaining wall nor to prohibit any fence or wall, provided that in any residence district no fence or wall exceeds four feet in height in any front or side yard, nor six feet in height in any rear yard, measured above the finished grade.
Note: Corner lots - Visibility at intersections. On a corner lot in any residence district, no fence, wall, hedge or other structure nor planting more than 3 1/2 feet in height shall be erected, placed or maintained within the triangular area formed by the intersecting street lines and a straight line joining said street lines at points which are 30 feet distance from the point of intersection, measured along said street line. The height of 3 1/2 feet shall be measured above the curb level.
Do I need a permit for a shed/accessory structure?
No. In one & two family residence districts. A shed cannot exceed 140 square feet. Detached shed/accessory buildings and structures may be located within a required rear yard, provided that they shall be at least five feet from any side or rear lot line, and further provided that they shall not exceed one story or 15 feet in height.
6. Do I need a permit to abandon/remove an oil storage tank?
Yes. All tank abandonment/removals require a tank removal permit. For more information about underground storage tanks, please call this office for more information.
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