Designating landmarks is the City's way of saying a building, object or site has significant historic value. Landmarks are protected from alteration and neglect. Uniform Building Code standards are used in the examination of plans and inspections at each stage of construction. Buildings not built to code can collapse, crack or sag, sustain earthquake or wind damage, or burn in an electrical fire. The Uniform Building Code provides protection to the community.
Construction projects require a valid building permit.
Complications may occur at time of sale. Many lenders will not fund a loan for the sale of a house if it has non-permitted construction. Sometimes non-permitted construction must be modified or torn down. For example, holes may have to be punched in walls to make sure the framing, wiring, and plumbing meet the code requirements. Call or visit the Building Division.