When do I need to obtain a building permit?

A Building Permit is required for all new construction, including:

  • Additions
  • Electrical work
  • Fences
  • Garages
  • Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) and/or mechanical work such as:
    • Boilers
    • Furnaces 
    • Hot water heaters
  • Plumbing work
  • Pools
  • Remodeling
  • Renovations
  • Repairs
  • Roofing (new or re-roofing) 
  • Sheds
  • Siding

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1. What should taxpayers do if they have questions about their assessments?
2. When do I need to obtain a building permit?
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