Building

Mission

To maintain the health, safety, and general welfare of homes and businesses by obtaining compliance with City codes and ordinances through public awareness, education, and steadfast vigilance.

The Building Inspection Department is responsible for the issuance and inspection of all construction related permits, as well as the issuance of Certificates of Occupancy.

• Permits
• Building Codes
• Signage
• Annual Fire Inspections

Permits

A permit is required prior to the commencement of any construction located on property within the city limits. Activities requiring permits are listed below:

• New construction (commercial and residential)
• Remodels (relocation or removal of interior walls, and/or electrical, mechanical, or plumbing)
• Additions to existing structures
• Accessory buildings and structures
• Swimming pools
• Driveways/culverts
• Signs (new or re-facing)
• Demolition
• Moving structures
• Water/wastewater connections
• Irrigation systems

This list is not comprehensive, so please confirm with the Building Inspection Department prior to commencing work.

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