Knowledge Base

A building permit is issued by a local government agency as an authorization to start construction or renovation work--including alterations, repairs, moving, enlargement, demolition, or replacement of any gas, mechanical, or plumbing.

Once issued, a permit is considered valid during the time of continued work; to ensure the safety of our community, any permit is considered expired after 180 days without inspection or update communication (i.e. email or phone call) to our department.  If a permit expires, the permitholder will be required to renew or restart the permit process, and will be subject to the associated fees.

• Master Fee Schedule
• Minimum Building Valuation Guidelines
• Building Permit Fees Calculator: calculate fees for all residential and commercial building projects, demolition permits, and sign permits. The fees calculated are estimates only. 
• Trade Fees Calculator: calculate fees for all electrical, fireplace, gas piping, HVAC, hydronic, and plumbing projects. The fees calculated are estimates only.
• Request for Refund of Permit Fees or Request to Void a Permit Form

For more information on Building Permit Fees and Resources, visit: 

Building Permits