Permit Regulations

Our goal is to have permits processed within 5 business days but due to a large volume of submittals processing time may vary. 

Familiarize yourself with the Permit Exemption Policy for Minor Maintenance and Repair, Building Permit Guide and General Permit Requirements before submitting a permit application.

• Residential Construction Inspection Guide - include: House Plans (1 set), Site Plan, SWPPPS Site Plan, SWPPPS Cover Sheet, Transfer Document, Energy Code Submittal including manuals, and Utilities Application (water, sewer, stormwater)
• Commerical Construction Inspection Guide

• Storm Water Authorization - this must be completed with all new construction building permits

• Residential Electrical Update Guidelines - guidelines if upgrading the electrical

• Fence Regulations - reference the zoning code requirement or call city hall for specific details 515-967-2418

• Garage and Shed Regulations

  • Garage and Shed Fact Sheet

• Deck Regulations

• Residential Deck Construction Guide

• Driveway specs

• Pool Regulations

• Permit Extension Request Form

• Construction Debris Notice