It is required that the contractor call for a forms inspection, immediately prior to pouring the concrete and after all forms have been placed. The construction of additions, garages, dormers, sheds, decks, swimming pools and similar structures requires that a building permit be obtained and those proposals which increase lot coverage must be accompanied by a plat of survey of the property. All proposals involving additions, dormers and chimneys must be presented to the Design Review Board for approval prior to the issuance of a building permit. In addition to the above list, permits are required fro roofing, siding and trim work and for the replacement or repair of storm drain tile systems. Permit application forms, covering all activities, are available in the Department of Community Development.
Personnel are on hand, during all business hours, to assist in filling out the forms.
Request for inspections most be made by the permit applicant. Building inspections are done Monday through Friday, during regular morning and afternoon inspection periods.