When do you need a permit?
A permit is needed whenever you plan to:

1. Build a house or other building (including sheds)
2. Make improvements or alterations to your home or business
3. Move or demolish a building
4. Roof or reroof your home, business, or other building
5. Make electrical, plumbing, or heating installations or alterations to existing systems
6. Install a wood burning stove or build a fireplace (including gas fireplace inserts)
7. All accessory buildings and residential fences

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1. How much does a permit cost?
2. When do you need a permit?
3. What is plan checking?
4. Why do you need a permit?
5. How soon can I get a permit?
6. When are inspections required?
7. Who do I call for an inspection?
8. What does the inspector do?