Residential permit documentation requirements
Permit type (Residential) |
Plans/Documents/Forms/Affidavits, etc. needed for PLAN or Permit Tech sign off |
Affidavit of drainage control |
Above-ground pool |
2 sets of pool specifications; safety feature must be addressed on application or with plans; 1 survey with the surveyor's seal; 2 site plans; septic location. |
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Addition (aluminum) |
2 sets of construction plans with the architect's / engineer's seal or 2 sets of current master plan engineering with Aluminum Framing Plan and copy of engineer’s authorization letter; 1 survey with the surveyor's seal; 2 site plans; septic location. |
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Addition (frame/masonry) |
2 sets of construction plans with the architect's / engineer's seal; 2 truss packets with the engineer's seal; 1 survey with the surveyor's seal; 2 site plans; septic waiver; energy forms. |
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Alteration |
2 sets of construction plans with the architect's / engineer's seal if change is structural or affects the building envelope ... (Ex: convert garage to living area) or 2 copies scope of work list; 2 truss packets with the engineer's seal if applicable; 1 survey with the surveyor's seal and 2 site plans if changing footprint of building; floor plan showing location of work; septic waiver/location if applicable; energy forms if change to habitable area |
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Alteration (aluminum) |
2 sets of construction plans with the architect's / engineer's seal or 2 sets of current master plan engineering with Aluminum Framing Plan and copy of engineer’s authorization letter if change is structural or affects the building envelope; 1 survey with the surveyor's seal and 2 site plans if changing footprint of building; floor plan showing location of work; septic location; energy forms if heating or cooling project area. |
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Aluminum structure with mobile home |
2 sets of construction plans with the architect's / engineer's seal or 2 sets of current master plan engineering with Aluminum Framing Plan (including 4th wall construction) and copy of engineer’s authorization letter; 1 survey with the surveyor's seal & 2 site plans or if inside a mobile home park, 2 site plans only; septic location. |
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Antenna |
2 sets of construction plans with the architect's / engineer's seal that will address wind load; 1 survey with the surveyor's seal; 2 site plans if attached to a guy. |
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Barn/storage |
2 sets of construction plans with the architect's / engineer's seal; 2 truss packets with the engineer's seal (if applicable); 1 survey with the surveyor's seal; 2 site plans; septic permit, waiver or location depending on proposed use. |
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Boathouse |
2 sets of construction plans with the architect's / engineer's seal (3rd set for Wetlands … does not need seal); 1 survey with the surveyor's seal; 3 site plans; select 'Wetland Alteration' as additional work type. |
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Building moving |
House Moving application (no owner builders) & Single Family Residential application for foundation (2 sets foundation plans with architect's / engineer's seal), but pick only 1 work type (Building Moving) with house mover as main contractor & owner can do the foundation portion (just list owner as a sub). Pull Pre-House Moving paperwork & put with this permit; 1 survey with the surveyor's seal; 2 site plans minimum (more if driveway, tree, etc.); 2 copies of floor plan showing any improvements (**additional plans or scope of work list if alterations or repairs); proof of water (most current utility bill); septic permit or proof of sewer; energy forms. |
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Burglar alarm/ security systems (low voltage systems) |
low voltage alarms that can be plugged into an existing outlet, do not need a permit. If a circuit needs to be run, pick "Electrical" instead of burglar alarm.* |
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Carport (aluminum) |
2 sets of construction plans with the architect's / engineer's seal or 2 sets of current master plan engineering with Aluminum Framing Plan and copy of engineer’s authorization letter; 1 survey with the surveyor's seal; 2 site plans (more if right-of-way work applicable); septic location. |
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Carport (frame/masonry) |
2 sets of construction plans with the architect's / engineer's seal; 2 truss packets with the engineer's seal if applicable; 1 survey with the surveyor's seal; 2 site plans (more if right-of-way work applicable); septic location. |
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Deck |
2 sets construction plans (plans may be required to be sealed by an architect or engineer if deck is elevated more than 4' or of an unusual design); 1 survey with the surveyor's seal; 2 site plans; septic location. |
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Demolition (entire structure) |
square footage of building must be indicated; current use of building; well & septic status information (abandonment permits may be required). |
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Demolition (partial) |
Not related to future use: square footage of building must be indicated; current use of building; floor plan indicating area to be demolished; well & septic status information (abandonment permits may be required). *** Demolition for purpose of addition or renovation must be submitted as part of the overall project. |
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Dock |
2 sets of construction plans (plans will need architect's / engineer's seal if it is covered) … 3rd set for Wetlands (do not need the architect's / engineer's seal); 1 survey with the surveyor's seal; 3 site plans; select 'Wetland Alteration' as additional work type. |
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Duplex (same parcel…1 permit… no owner contractor since both would not be for personal use) |
2 sets of construction plans with the architect's / engineer's seal; 2 truss packets with the engineer's seal, 1 survey with the surveyor's seal; 2 site plans for Zoning approval; additional site plans for tree, driveway, wetland and/or variance approvals if applicable ... all site plans should show shape & dimension of lot with street location & name, footprint of duplex, location of well & septic with required distances indicated and driveway dimensions at property line and flare (DOT permit if connecting to a state road); proof of water; septic permit or proof of sewer; energy forms (1 set for each side of the duplex). |
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Electrical for generator/transfer switch |
specifications on the transfer switch must be on the job site |
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Farm building exemption |
Zoning determines eligibility, must have existing agricultural exemption on tax bill – use application available from Zoning call 386-943-7059. |
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Fence (non-structural and structural without footers) (Owner/renter contractor) |
1 survey with the surveyor's seal; 2 site plans; septic location. |
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Fence (non-structural and structural without footers) (Licensed contractor) |
1 survey with the surveyor's seal; 2 site plans; septic location. |
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Fence for pool (Owner contractor) |
1 survey with the surveyor's seal; 2 site plans; septic location. |
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Fence for pool (Licensed contractor) |
1 survey with the surveyor's seal; 2 site plans; septic location. |
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Fence (structural, requiring footers) (Owner) |
2 sets construction plans (if being used as a retaining wall, see that category for plan requirements); 1 survey with the surveyor's seal; 2 site plans; septic location. |
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Fence (structural, requiring footers) (Licensed contractor) |
2 sets construction plans (if being used as a retaining wall, see that category for plan requirements); 1 survey with the surveyor's seal; 2 site plans; septic location. |
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Fire alarm (Licensed contractor or if owner contractor, must name fire alarm contractor as sub) |
3 sets Fire Alarm specifications to see if hard wired or not; 3 copies of floor plan showing all windows and exit doors; provide wiring diagram and location of all devices; 3 copies of battery calculations. |
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Fire sprinkler (Licensed contractor or if owner contractor, must name fire sprinkler contractor as sub) |
3 sets of construction plans including cut sheets, hydraulic calculations and schematics; 3 copies of floor plan showing all windows and exit doors; provide piping diagram with location of piping, sprinkler heads and hangars; 3 site plans showing source of water supply and underground piping; 3 sets of specification sheets. |
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Fireplace/chimney |
2 sets of construction plans with the architect's / engineer's seal; 2 site plans for Zoning to determine if more than 3 1/2 ' into setback area. |
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Garage |
2 sets of construction plans with the architect's / engineer's seal; 2 truss packets with the engineer's seal; 1 survey with the surveyor's seal; 2 site plans; septic location. |
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Gas connections |
1 fixture only: Permit required, but no riser diagram needed. Multiple fixtures: 2 riser diagrams that include type of gas, pressure, piping material, pipe sizes, run lengths & BTU ratings of utilization equipment. |
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Generator |
specifications on generator & transfer switch must be on the jobsite for inspection; (if electric only for future generator, see the instructions for “electrical for generator/transfer switch” instead); 2 site plans; septic waiver if septic tank and drainfield located in same area of the yard as the proposed generator; septic location. |
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Generator with transfer switch |
specifications on generator & transfer switch must be on the jobsite for inspection; (if electric only for future generator, see the instructions for “electrical for generator/transfer switch” instead); 2 site plans; septic waiver if septic tank and drainfield located in same area of the yard as the proposed generator; septic location; name electric subcontractor; ** if generator is existing and this is a change out, only an electrical permit is required. |
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Glass room / vinyl room |
2 sets of construction plans with the architect's / engineer's seal or 2 sets of current master plan engineered pages with copy of engineer’s authorization letter; 1 survey with the surveyor's seal; 2 site plans; Name electric sub for Glass Rooms; need septic waivers; do not need energy forms if non-conditioned (aluminum construction)...Vinyl Rooms: if removable panels need to be used it must be noted on the submission. |
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HVAC (replacement) |
Replacing Existing Unit. |
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HVAC (rooftop equipment) |
2 sets Eng Connection details; details on stands. |
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Hangar |
2 sets of construction plans with the architect's / engineer's seal; 1 survey with the surveyor's seal; 2 site plans; septic location; if there is an office in the hangar, see "Addition (Frame/Masonry) " work type. |
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Hot tub |
Portable hot tub/spa that is delivered and plugged into an existing outlet does not require a permit. If portable hot tub/spa is hard wired, it requires just an electrical permit, without any specifications. These hot tubs/spas generally come with a cover to secure the hot tub/spa when not in use. In-ground unit (a package unit hot tub/spa). This requires plans similar to fiberglass pool. See “Swimming Pool” |
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Liquid propane gas Installation (above ground and inground) |
Tank installation and related gas connections. If tank existing, use “gas connection” work type instead. For generator being issued to another contractor, generator specifications are not required with this submittal. 2 copies of riser diagram for multiple connections; 2 site plans showing size of tank, location of tank and location of generator if applicable; septic waiver if septic tank and drainfield located in the same area of the yard as the gas tank; septic location. |
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Mobile home |
manufacturer's installation manual (for new units only); 1 copy manufacturer's blocking diagram; HUD Approved Manufactured Home Installation Worksheet; 1 survey with the surveyor's seal; 2 site plans or if inside a mobile home park, 2 site plans only; energy forms; proof of water; septic permit or Proof of Sewer. |
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Mobile home replacement |
manufacturer's installation manual (for new units only); 1 copy manufacturer's blocking diagram; HUD Approved Manufactured Home Installation Worksheet; 1 survey with the surveyor's seal; 2 site plans or if inside a mobile home park, 2 site plans only; energy forms; proof of existing water & sewer...if septic, septic waiver or new permit required; documentation to waive impacts. |
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Mobile home roofover |
2 sets of construction plans with the architect's / engineer's seal or 2 sets of current master plan engineering with roof layout plan and copy of engineer’s authorization letter. |
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Other |
***Requirements will vary … check for similarities with other work types.*** |
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Park model/RV permanent setup |
Park Model: See "Mobile Home" requirements ...RV Permanent Set Up (Zoning will only allow RVs in areas zoned for RV Parks) similar to "Mobile Home" requirements, but no set up book (need 2 copies of manufacturer's tie down information); 1 survey with the surveyor's seal; 2 site plans or if inside a park, 2 site plans only; Proof of Water; septic permit or Proof of Sewer; No energy forms needed for RVs. |
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Patio (covered) and foundation |
2 sets of construction plans with the architect's / engineer's seal; 1 survey with the surveyor's seal; 2 site plans; septic location. |
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Patio (covered) on existing foundation |
2 sets of construction plans with the architect's / engineer's seal; 1 survey with the surveyor's seal; 2 site plans; septic location. |
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Permit to complete |
contact Permit Center 386-736-5924 |
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Pool enclosure |
2 sets of construction plans with the architect's / engineer's seal or 2 sets of current master plan engineering with Aluminum Framing Plan and copy of engineer’s authorization letter; 1 survey with the surveyor's seal; 2 site plans; septic location. |
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Pre-building moving |
4 photographs attached to Pre-House Moving Application; tax parcel # & address where structure is now; tax parcel # & address of new location; Historical approval will look at age of structure and historical concerns about relocation…OWNERS CANNOT ACT AS THE CONTRACTOR. |
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Renovation |
2 copies scope of work list; 2 copies floor plan (Existing and proposed) …if part or all of project more closely resembles "Alteration" or "Addition", see those work types for possible requirement of engineered plans, etc. |
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Repair |
2 sets of construction plans with the architect's / engineer's seal for all structural repairs; 2 copies scope of work list for non-structural repairs …if part or all of project more closely resembles a different work type, see that work type for requirements. |
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Reroof metal or tile |
2 copies of Sloped Roof Form and or Low Sloped Roof Form as appropriate (must include information on pitch and mean height to determine pressures); 2 copies manufacturer's data for reroof material. Skylights (replacement): 2 sets of specifications and 2 footprint drawings of skylight location. |
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Reroof/no structural change (Owner contractor) |
2 copies Sloped Roof Form and or Low Sloped Roof Form as appropriate; 2 copies manufacturer's data for reroof material (not required for shingle roof). Skylights (replacement): 2 sets of specifications and 2 footprint drawings of skylight location. |
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Reroof/no structural change (Licensed contractor) |
2 copies Sloped Roof Form and or Low Sloped Roof Form as appropriate; 2 copies manufacturer's data for reroof material (not required for shingle roof). Skylights (replacement): 2 sets of specifications and 2 footprint drawings of skylight location. |
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Retaining wall |
2 sets construction plans (may need to be engineered if construction plans don't show standard engineering practices or if angle of repose is an issue); 1 survey with the surveyor's seal; 2 site plans; septic location. |
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Screened porch/patio |
2 sets of construction plans with the architect's / engineer's seal; 1 survey with the surveyor's seal; 2 site plans; septic location; if alum construction, see "Addition (Alum)". |
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Seawall |
2 sets construction plans (may need to be engineered if construction plans don't show standard engineering practices or if angle of repose is an issue)… 3rd set for Wetlands (doesn't have to be sealed); 1 survey with the surveyor's seal; 3 site plans; select Wetland Alteration as additional work type. |
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Shed (premanufactured) - 10 x 12 or smaller |
set-up booklet with wind load info; 1 survey with the surveyor's seal; 2 site plans; septic location… most Rubbermaid storage bins are exempt unless they have walk in doors & are very large. |
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Shed (premanufactured) - larger than 10 x 12 |
2 sets of of plans with the architect's / engineer's seal or 2 copies of full size copies DCA approved plans; if anchoring is not shown on plans need engineered anchoring plan; 1 survey with the surveyor's seal; 2 site plans; septic location. |
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Shed (wood/masonry) - |
2 sets of construction plans that include wind load info; 1 survey with the surveyor's seal; 2 site plans; septic location. |
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Shed (wood/masonry) - larger than 10 x 12 |
2 sets of of plans with the architect's / engineer's seal; 1 survey with the surveyor's seal; 2 site plans; septic location. |
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Shutters |
** ALL engineered shutter systems require a permit ** (ex. engineered corrugated shutters) Condominium shutters (even if on an individual unit) are commercial and have different permitting requirements. Residential permits: 2 copies of footprint drawing showing location and sizes of windows; 2 sets of specifications; 2 copies of shutter schedule if applicable (usually for roll down or accordion shutters); name of electrical subcontractor if motorized. Master plans are not accepted in place of these requirements. |
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Siding/soffit/fascia (no tear off) |
Manufacturer’s specifications to be posted at site for inspection. |
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Siding/soffit/fascia (tear off and install) |
No structural change. Wall section (not required to have engineer’s seal) that show size/type of structural sheathing; manufacturer’s specifications to be posted on site for inspection. |
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Single-family residence (SFR) |
1 set of construction plans with the architect's / engineer's seal; 1 truss packets with the engineer's seal, 1 survey with the surveyor's seal; 2 site plans for Zoning approval; additional site plans for tree, driveway, wetland and/or variance approvals if applicable ... all site plans should show shape & dimensions of lot with street location & name, footprint of SFR, location of well & septic with required distances indicated and driveway dimensions at property line and flare (DOT permit if connecting to a state road); Proof of Water; septic permit or Proof of Sewer; energy forms. |
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Slab foundation |
Permit required if in Class II Overlay Zone (applicant must verify with Zoning). Other areas permit not required but must refer to Zoning for setback and wetland issues. 2 sets of plans (seal of engineer not required) that include a layout showing foundation and existing structure (if applicable) and section through foundation; 1 survey with the surveyor's seal; 2 site plans; septic location. |
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Solar |
2 sets plans with the architect's / engineer's seal for the fastening system or 2 copies master plan engineering pages; 2 copies of Testing Specifications. |
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Spa/whirlpool/pool heater |
Refer to "Swimming Pool" requirements … if more than 1 gas outlet, needs 2 copies of the gas riser. |
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Stucco |
Installing stucco over block does not require a permit. Stucco over frame: 2 copies of wall section (engineer’s seal not required). |
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Swimming pool (Owner contractor) |
2 sets of construction plans with the architect's / engineer's seal or 2 sets master plan engineering for pool; 2 sets of construction plans with the architect's / engineer's seal or 2 sets of current master plan engineering pages with copy of engineer’s authorization letter for screen enclosure or fence information on application & site plans; 1 copy of Chapter 41 form (Pool Safety Requirements); 1 survey with the surveyor's seal; 2 site plans; septic location. ***NO POOL SUBMITTALS ALLOWED WITHOUT SAFETY FEATURE*** |
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Swimming pool (Licensed contractor) |
2 sets of construction plans with the architect's / engineer's seal or 2 sets master plan engineering for pool; 2 sets of construction plans with the architect's / engineer's seal or 2 sets of current master plan engineering pages with copy of engineer’s authorization letter for screen enclosure or Fence information on application & site plans; 1 copy of Chapter 41 form (Pool Safety Requirements); 1 survey with the surveyor's seal; 2 site plans; septic location. ***NO POOL SUBMITTALS ALLOWED WITHOUT SAFETY FEATURE *** |
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Townhouse (separate parcels …separate permits … owner contractor allowed for the parcel where he/she will reside.) |
**THESE PERMITS NEED TO GO THROUGH LAND DEVELOPMENT PRIOR TO SUBMITTAL FOR BUILDING PERMITS** Refer to "Single Family Residence" requirements. |
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Window/door replacement (same size /no structural change) |
2 copies of footprint drawing for window/doors to be replaced. ** If in wind-borne debris area, specify method of protection on permit application.** (ex. plywood shutters etc) Wind-Borne Debris area is the land east of I-95 and 5-6 miles of I-95, also see map on website) |
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Window/door replacement (different size /structural change) |
2 sets of of plans with the architect's / engineer's seal; 2 copies of footprint drawing for window/doors to be replaced. ** If in wind-borne debris area, specify method of protection on permit application.** (ex. plywood shutters etc) Wind-Borne Debris area is the land east of I-95 and 5-6 miles of I-95, also see map on website) |