A general overview of the residential building permit process. This presentation will outline the basic steps involved in submitting plans for review, obtaining permits, and scheduling inspections for one and two-family dwellings.

Last updated: 5/22/2023

The Residential One-Stop Guideline lists the various requirements for plan submittal and review of residential construction projects.

Last updated: September 8, 2025

Last updated: 06/01/2022

How to guide for purchasing a trade permit online through iPermits portal.

Guidelines and forms for requesting an after-hours review service (AHRS) for Building Code Enforcement Plan Review. 

Last updated: January 2026

Application to request an iPermits portal account for a licensed contractor and advance pay accounts (APA or SR).

Last updated: 03-18-2024

Last Updated: August 20, 2025.

A tool to assist in determining the amount of impervious area as a percentage on lots 15,000 square feet or less.

Last updated: 5.3.2021

This form is to be completed by the applicant to obtain permits for work that does not require a plan review provided the materials match or are equivalent to the materials being repaired or replaced.

Updated: April 2024