In order for a construction permit to be issued and the work to be properly inspected, plans must be prepared and submitted to the city for review and approval. Plan check involves review of the submitted plans by various city departments to meet its respective code requirements. Once the plans have been approved by all … Continued
In order to qualify as an activity benefiting very low and low income person, at least 51% of the people benefiting from the program must be low-or very low-income families or individuals. For activities that benefit specific individuals or families, e.g. childcare centers, 51% or more of the people or families using the center must … Continued
Benefit very low income and low income persons; Prevent or eliminate slums or blight, as defined by HUD; or Meet urgent needs that are federally declared disasters such as earthquakes or floods.
Residential projects will not receive a Certificate of Occupancy as your signed job card is your proof of final inspection/approval.
Schedule an inspection online for final inspection when the construction has been completed. All external surfaces must be painted, or otherwise sealed, weather-stripping must be installed on all new windows and doors, and all electrical or plumbing fixtures have been installed. Interior painting, wallpapering, or carpeting need not be complete. Smoke detectors must be installed … Continued
A permit is an official document or certificate issued by the City which authorizes performance of a specified activity. Permits help to ensure that minimum codes, regulations, local ordinances and safety requirements are properly followed in residential and commercial structures. There are several different types of permits, based on the type of construction: Building Permits … Continued
Grading Permit: If a grading permit is required for your project, inspections are clearance of the initial grading work by a Public Works inspector will precede any building construction inspections. Foundation Inspection: When the excavation for footings is complete and footing forms and required reinforcing steel and structural embedments are in place, but before any … Continued
All construction or work for which a permit is required is subject to one or more inspections by the Building Safety Division. All such construction or work shall remain accessible and exposed for inspection purposes until approved by the Building Official. In addition, certain types of construction shall have inspections by deputy building inspectors, as … Continued
A method by which the City takes action to remove or correct a violation. Abatement is used for: Removing signs posted illegally in the public right-of-way Removing inoperative vehicles from private property Removing stagnant water from private pools and ponds Repairing plumbing problems resulting in raw sewage Correcting dangerous building conditions that are an immediate … Continued
The city inspector checks the work that is being done for compliance with the approved plans and applicable codes and ordinances. The inspector will check each phase of the job and shall approve it before the next part of the job begins. The inspection job card given to you when permits are issued will list … Continued
