There are exceptions to these rules and additional regulations may apply. Building permits are required for all new construction and most remodeling or repair work.
Some projects require more information than others.
See the other side of this document for a checklist of information needed to get a permit. The setback from a lot's rear property line is also 35 feet. The side yard setback is 10 feet. Some older lots can have garages 10 feet from the rear lot line and 5 feet from the side. Houses in a R-1 zoned area can be no smaller than 960 square feet and have a garage no smaller than 400 square feet.