- When is a contractor licensed required?
- What size building can be constructed without a permit?
- How many sets of plans are required for single family residential plan approval?
When is a contractor licensed required?
A: Any project where the cost of construction exceeds $30,000 dollars. Exception: A homeowner who lives in the home and plans to live there for 12 months may do his own work without a license. A permit and inspections are still required to determine that the work is in compliance with state codes.
What size building can be constructed without a permit?
A: A residential accessory structure that does not exceed 12' in any dimension can be constructed without having to meet the residential building code requirements. A permit is required to approve the location for meeting the set backs of the zoning in which the structure is located.
How many sets of plans are required for single family residential plan approval?
A: Three sets of plans are required to be submitted with the permit application and two plot plans.
