Alterations

Considering changes or renovations to the interior of your home? Then you may need a permit for those alterations. Alterations are structural or physical changes to the interior space of your home. It includes minor interior construction; bath and kitchen renovations; the addition, relocation or replacement of walls, windows and doors to name a few examples.

Permit Requirements & Exceptions
If your alteration project costs $15,000 or less, a permit is not required, unless the interior work involves:
  • The addition, repair, or replacement of load bearing walls or floors;
  • The addition or change in the design of a plumbing system (excluding replacing same size and capacity);
  • The addition, replacement or change in the design of a heating or air-conditioning system; or
  • The addition, replacement or change in the design of the electrical wiring, devices, appliances or equipment.
So if your project cost is more than $15,000 or your project meets one of the 4 items above, then a permit and inspections are required.

Process
  • If the alteration project involves building construction, use the Residential Construction process for the permit. Any electrical, mechanical or plumbing work can be included on the permit.
  • If the alteration project involves electrical, mechanical or plumbing work and not building construction, use the Over-the-Counter process for the permit.
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