In the City of Los Angeles, if the size of floor space exceeds 120 sq. ft. or the structure is over 12 feet in height, you need a permit. Any electrical work will require an electrical permit.
Report a Non-Permitted Construction Issue If you prefer an alternative to this form, you may report non-permitted construction activity by telephone at this number: 602-262-7884. Or, you may send an e-mail to the City of Phoenix Planning and Development Department at dsd@phoenix​.
Building: Sidewalks and driveways not more than 30 inches. Painting, papering, tiling, carpeting, cabinets, counter. Temporary motion picture, television, and theater. Shade cloth structures constructed for nursery or agricultural. Window awnings supported by an exterior wall of.
(B) Electrical However, permits are required to , upgrade or change outlets for decorative purposes. If a GFCI protected outlet is required by code, a permit is required.
A building permit is required for most non-residential construction, new homes, and when existing homes are remodeled or additions are made.
- One story detached accessory structures (ex. shed) less than 400 sq. ft. - Fences not over 6' in height - Retaining walls not over 4' measured from the bottom of the footing - Water tanks directly on the ground, not over 5,000 gallons - Sidewalks and driveways, with certain conditions.
In general, a building permit is required when any structural change or major alteration is made to a building or when any new construction is undertaken.
In most residentially, zoning districts, accessory structures can be located in the rear of your property, can be as close as 3 feet to the rear and side property lines, with a maximum height of 15 feet. The building must be 6 feet away from other structures.
Building permits are required for all structures with the exception of a structure that is less than 200 square feet with no electrical, plumbing or mechanical. Please be sure that all setback rules and easements are considered before you build, or you may have to move the shed later.