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Basic Home Upgrade Permits
The online submittal process is for all new permit requests, including building permits for basic home upgrade projects like water heater replacements, roof replacements, and minor kitchen/bathroom remodels.
Basic home upgrade building permits are available for the following residential projects:
- Re-roofing (ESR Report must accompany if exceeds 7 pounds per square foot)
- Electrical panel upgrades up to 200 amps and minor electrical work such as re-wiring or adding circuits
- Furnace replacement (underfloor or attic) (specify location, BTUs, and CF-1R application must accompany application)
- Addition or replacement of AC unit (specify location, seer rating, tons, and CF-1R application must accompany application)
- Water heater replacement (specify capacity)
- Repair of gas, water, or drainage lines (accompany one-line diagram with length and demand for each appliance)
- Window or patio door replacement
- Minor bathroom remodels (non-structural)
- Minor kitchen remodels (non-structural)
To submit a new building permit request, please visit Citizen Access. Once on the website, create an account, log in to your account, select "Pre-Application," complete the form, upload the building permit application and any other supporting documentation, and continue the request until you receive the online confirmation. For more information, please visit the City's Online Permits webpage or send staff an email.
Once submitted, staff will convert your online submittal to a building permit within a day. When the building permit is created, you will see it in your Citizen Access account under "My Records." Permitting staff will review your application and contact you with any questions about your request, as well as the permit fee and methods of payment.