If your lot is not serviced by the community water or sewer system, you are responsible for an adequate supply of good quality potable water and private sewage disposal. Check with Community Development. On many parcels of land, easements may exist for various purposes. Check with the Community Development if you have any questions.
Projects involving commercial or industrial construction require approval by the State Fire Marshal.
In case of doubt, have a survey conducted by a land surveyor registered in the State of Alaska. You are encouraged to check with the Community Development for various building codes, local amendments to codes and for pertinent ordinances of the City applicable to building construction and land use, before you develop your working drawings. For State road access, contact the State Department of Transportation and Public Facilities, Highway Maintenance at 772-4672. If a stream or creek is on your building lot, special considerations may be required. Contact Community Development at 772-4533.