When do I need a Building Permit? New buildings. Detached accessory buildings that exceed 200 square feet. All non-residential construction. Additions and alterations - fireplace, pools, decks, egress windows, remodeling with structural changes. Moving or demolishing a structure. Temporary structures.
Building permits shall not be required for any of the following: One-story detached accessory structures, if the floor area does not exceed 200 square feet (18.58m2). Zoning approval is required for all structures. A fence that is not more than seven feet (2,134 mm) high.
An owner who intends to sell his residential or commercial property is required to obtain a Certificate of Occupancy.
(a) No person, entity or owner shall lease, rent or cause to be occupied a rental dwelling or rental unit without a valid certificate of compliance issued by the Building Department in the name of the owner or responsible local agent and issued for the specific rental dwelling and rental unit.
In general, exterior work, fence, siding, windows, roofing, and concrete require a permit. Any interior work that requires a structural change will require a permit. Interior cosmetic work does not require a permit (i.e. painting, replacing tile, carpeting). 2.