Public Works Department
Development Services
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West University Place, TX 77005
713.662.5833
713.662.5304 (F)
inspections@westutx.org
www.westutx.gov
DEMOLITION
INFORMATION PACKET
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BUILDING–DEMOLITION
PERMIT APPLICATION
PROPERTY OWNER
OWNER FIRST NAME, LAST NAME PHONE NUMBER
PROPERTY OWNER MAILING ADDRESS
DEMOLITION CONTRACTOR
COMPANY NAME PHONE NUMBER
COMPANY ADDRESS
CONTRACTOR
REGISTRATION NUMBER
REGIST. CURRENT? EXPIRATION DATE
YES NO
INSURANCE CARRIER LIABILITY LIMITS EXPIRATION DATE
INSURANCE ADDRESS
REQUIRED FOR ALL PROJECTS
Survey/Site Plan
Commercial Asbestos Certication
Approved Tree Disposition Plan
Verication of Underground Utilities Locations
Electrical
Water/Sewer
Natural Gas
New Construction Plans Submitted
Contractor Insurance Requirements
Site Fencing
Site Conditions Inspection
Schedule/Scope Of Work
PROJECT INFORMATION
PROJECT ADDRESS
ESTIMATED DEMOLITION COST
$
FULLY DESCRIBE WORK TO BE DONE
LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY
PERMIT TYPE
GAS DISCONNECT RESIDENTIAL COMMERCIAL
ELECTRICAL DISCONNECT DEMOLITION PLUMBING
TREE DISPOSITION
OCCUPANCY TYPE
RESIDENTIAL COMMERCIAL
CONSTRUCTION TYPE DECONSTRUCTION?
YES NO
NUMBER OF STRUCTURES
TOTAL AREA
WILL ANY STRUCTURE ON THE LOT REMAIN AFTER DEMOLITION? IF SO, LIST:
APPLICANT SIGNATURE DATE
DEMOLITION PERMIT
FOR OFFICE USE ONLY
PERMIT NUMBER FEES
APPROVED BY TIME/DATE STAMP
PREMATURE WORK - 100% OF PERMIT
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BUILDING–DEMOLITION
CODE OF ORDINANCE
CHAPTER 18, ARTICLE II, SECTION 18-65
NOTES
• Complete copy of Chapter 18 is available in the Permit Ofce.
(a) Duty to Remove, Restore
It shall be the duty of each permittee on a demolition permit,
at the time required by this section:
1. To remove and properly dispose of each demolished
structure and all equipment, slab, beams, porches, rubble,
steps and other debris resulting from the work; and
2. Grade the surface of all the ground affected by the work
so that water will not accumulate and the ground can be
mowed with ordinary lawnmowers.
(b) Demolition of Principal Building
If a principal building is demolished, the permittee shall also
demolish all other structures on or appurtenant to the site
(including private driveways, sidewalks, curb cuts, etc., in the
adjoining street area) and remove, dispose, grade, etc., as
provided above. Exceptions:
1. This subsection does not apply to existing structures
that are proposed to be kept as accessory structures
for a new principal building, if: (i) they comply with
applicable regulations; (ii) a building permit for the new
building is issued at or before issuance of the demolition
permit; and (iii) the building is completed within the
time allowed by that permit. If a swimming pool or
similar impoundment is proposed to be kept under this
subsection, it must be fenced, covered and maintained
so that children cannot enter (and water cannot become
stagnant or breed insects).
2. This subsection does not apply to a driveway between
the curb and sidewalk in the street area, if the owner
of the site: (i) declares an intent to re-use them to begin
construction on a new principal building within one year;
and (ii) submits a written request for the city to remove
them (if not so re-used), together with a cash deposit to
cover the estimated cost of removal, plus 50 percent. The
conditions may specify methods of mitigation to be used.
(c) Notice, Completion, etc.
Demolition permittees shall notify the building ofcial before work
begins, shall prosecute the work diligently to completion and shall
complete the removal, disposal and grading on or before the tenth
day following the day work begins. It is an afrmative defense in
any proceeding to enforce this section that:
1. Inclement weather prevented completion and that
diligence was used to complete the work at the earliest
practicable time;
2. If work occurred before the start of such ten-day period,
it consisted of salvage operations only, it took place
completely inside a building (without any outdoor storage,
without any exterior changes on the site and without
disturbing any window, outside door or other external part
of the building), and it occurred during the term of the
demolition permit; or
3. If the entire structure(s) are to be "deconstructed", any
and all items with any possible re-use value will be
salvaged and removed from the site. The deconstruction
shall be prosecuted diligently and be completed 49
days from the issuance date of the demolition permit.
The site shall be completely enclosed with a six-foot-high
chain link fence with any access gates locked when
actual deconstruction work is not being performed. The
demolition permit shall state, at the time of submittal, that
deconstruction is being requested.
(ORD. NO. 1848, § 1(APP. A), 7-9-2007; ORD. NO. 1896, § 1,
5-11-2009; ORD. 1963, § 1(EXH. A), 10-22-2012)
DEMOLITION PERMIT REQUIREMENTS
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PERMIT REQUIREMENTS
1. Trenching and Excavation
Must meet the minimum requirements of the International Codes.
Chapter 18, Section 18.57 of the City Code of Ordinances
2. Clean Site and Free of Construction Debris
The site must be kept clean and reasonable free of
construction debris during the duration of construction.
Chapter 18, Section 18.58 of the City Code of Ordinances
3. Permit and Address Numbers
Must be posted on site at all times during the duration
of construction.
Chapter 18, Section 18.60 of The City Code of Ordinances
4. Temporary Construction Fencing
Must enclose the entire work area during the duration of
construction. The enclosure must be a minimum of 6' high.
Chapter 18, Section 18.61 of The City Code of Ordinances
5. Location of Underground Utilities
It is the contractor’s responsibility to ascertain the location of all
underground utilities and have them plainly marked or agged.
You must contact TEXAS ONE CALL (1-800-245-4545) and
show verication of notice through that system.
You must allow sufcient time for all utilities (including the City
of West U) to mark the locations of their facilities in the area of
the work.
Chapter 18, Section 18.63 of the City Code of Ordinances
6. Demolition Completion
The demolition must be completed within 10 days of the
commencement of work.
Chapter 18, Section 18.65 of the City Code of Ordinances
7. Sanitary Facilities
Sanitary facilities must be provided at all times for workers during
the course of construction.
8. Equipment and Materials
Equipment and materials shall be stored in a safe and workman
like manner.
9. Scope of Work and Schedule
Scope of work & schedule of demolition must accompany application.
10. Onsite Observation
The permit holder is required to be onsite observing all work
during the course of the project.
11. Dust and Friable
There shall be city water available to control dust or any air borne
contaminants (friable) from leaving the site, in compliance with
the Texas Department of Health and the Environmental Protection
Agency laws and regulations.
DEMOLITION PERMIT REQUIREMENTS
ACKNOWLEDGMENT
If a loss of property or damage occurs, the Building and
Standards Commission may hold a hearing of revocation for
the contractor’s license.
By my signature I am acknowledging I have read and
understand all local requirements and will comply.
SIGNATURE OF PERMITTEE DATE
PRINT NAME
Public Works Department
Development Services
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BUILDING–TIME EXTENSION REQUEST
TO REMOVE DRIVEWAY APPROACH AND
REPLACE STREET CURB PER,
CHAPTER 18, ARTICLE II, SECTION 18-65 B. 2.
NOTES
• Complete copy of Chapter 18 is available in the Permit Ofce.
(a) Duty to Remove, Restore
It shall be the duty of each permittee on a demolition permit,
at the time required by this section:
1. To remove and properly dispose of each demolished
structure and all equipment, slab, beams, porches, rubble,
steps and other debris resulting from the work; and
2. Grade the surface of all the ground affected by the work
so that water will not accumulate and the ground can be
mowed with ordinary lawnmowers.
(b) Demolition of Principal Building
If a principal building is demolished, the permittee shall also
demolish all other structures on or appurtenant to the site
(including private driveways, sidewalks, curb cuts, etc., in the
adjoining street area) and remove, dispose, grade, etc., as
provided above. Exceptions:
1. This subsection does not apply to existing structures
that are proposed to be kept as accessory structures
for a new principal building, if: (i) they comply with
applicable regulations; (ii) a building permit for the new
building is issued at or before issuance of the demolition
permit; and (iii) the building is completed within the
time allowed by that permit. If a swimming pool or
similar impoundment is proposed to be kept under this
subsection, it must be fenced, covered and maintained
so that children cannot enter (and water cannot become
stagnant or breed insects).
2. This subsection does not apply to a driveway between
the curb and sidewalk in the street area, if the owner
of the site: (i) declares an intent to re-use them to begin
construction on a new principal building within one year;
and (ii) submits a written request for the city to remove
them (if not so re-used), together with a cash deposit to
cover the estimated cost of removal, plus 50 percent. The
conditions may specify methods of mitigation to be used.
SUBJECT
The undersigned person(s) (referred to collectively as “Owner”)
certies that the owner owns the Property described below and
signs this designation.
PROPERTY ADDRESS
ADDRESS
REPRESENTATION BY THE OWNER
I, the owner of the address above request, as provided for
above in sec.18-65 (b) (2), an extension of time not to exceed
one (1) year from the date of this request. My intent is to reuse
the existing driveway with the proposed new construction or use it
to protect the trees in the area during construction.
Should this driveway not be reused or removed and the sidewalk
and curb be returned to its city approved condition on or before
the one year allowed I am authorizing the city to use the monies
here-in submitted to perform these tasks. Should I comply, as
required, with-in the allowed time and approved by the city, in
writing, I understand I will be refunded the monies submitted
here-in with-in 60 days from written city approval.
SIGNATURE OF OWNER DATE
PRINT NAME
STATE OF COUNTY OF
§ §
ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF FILING.
The building ofcial of the City acknowledges that this instrument
was duly led as required.
BY
LEGIBLE SEAL
DATE ACKNOWLEDGED
COMMISSION EXPIRATION
NOTARY PUBLIC
REMOVAL TIME EXTENSION
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DRIVEWAY APPROACH TOTAL SQUARE FOOTAGE AT $3.00 PER SQUARE FOOT
DRIVEWAY LENGTH
X
DRIVEWAY WIDTH
X
PER SQUARE FOOT
=
TOTAL DRIVEWAY FEE
________________ Sq. Ft. ________________ Sq. Ft. $ 3.00 $ ________________
SIDEWALK TOTAL LINEAR FEET AT $12.00 PER LINEAR FOOT
SIDEWALK LENGTH
X
PER LINEAR FOOT
=
TOTAL SIDEWALK FEE
________________ Sq. Ft. $ 12.00 $ ________________
CURB LINEAR TOTAL LINEAR FEET AT $1.00 PER LINEAR FOOT
CURB LENGTH
X
PER LINEAR FOOT
=
TOTAL CURB FEE
________________ Sq. Ft. $ 1.00 $ ________________
SUB-TOTAL
DRIVEWAY FEE
+
CURB FEE
+
SIDEWALK FEE
=
SUB-TOTAL FEE
$ ________________ $ ________________ $ ________________ $ ________________
50% OF SUB-TOTAL
50% OF SUBTOTAL
=
50% OF SUBTOTAL FEE
( 50 X $ ________________ ) / 100 $ ________________
GRAND TOTAL
SUB-TOTAL FEE
+
50% OF SUBTOTAL FEE
=
GRAND-TOTAL FEE
$ ________________ $ ________________ $ ________________
INFORMATION PROVIDED BY:
PRINT FIRST NAME LAST NAME DATE
REMOVAL TIME EXTENSION
BUILDING–FEE SCHEDULE FOR
TIME EXTENSION REQUEST
TO REMOVE DRIVEWAY APPROACH AND
REPLACE STREET CURB PER, CHAPTER
18, ARTICLE II, SECTION 18-65 B. 2.
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STATE OF COUNTY OF
§ §
ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF FILING.
The building ofcial of the City acknowledges that this instrument
was duly led as required.
BY
LEGIBLE SEAL
DATE ACKNOWLEDGED
COMMISSION EXPIRATION
NOTARY PUBLIC
BUILDING–AUTHORIZATION AND
DECLARATION OF OWNERSHIP FOR
DEMOLITION OF STRUCTURE
SUBJECT
STATE OF COUNTY OF ON THIS DATE
§ §
The undersigned person(s) (referred to collectively as “Owner”)
certies that the owner owns the Property described below and
signs this designation.
PROPERTY INFORMATION
ADDRESS
CITY STATE ZIP CODE
LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY
PERMITTEE PERMIT NUMBER
REPRESENTATION BY THE OWNER
The Owner represents to the City of West University Place (“City”) that the
property is owned in fee simple and in common by the Owner.
The Owner also designates an agreement with the undersigned company to
perform a demolition of the structure(s), driveway(s), etc. in compliance with
Chapter 18, Section 18-65.
SIGNATURE (OWNER) DATE
PRINT NAME
DEMOLITION COMPANY
COMPANY NAME
CONTACT FIRST NAME LAST NAME
ADDRESS
PHONE EMAIL
DEMOLITION OWNERSHIP AUTHORIZATION
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713.662.5833
713.662.5304 (F)
inspections@westutx.gov
www.westutx.gov
NEW DEMOLITION UTILITY DISCONNECT INSPECTION
PROCEDURE EFFECTIVE OCTOBER 14, 2013
1. When a plumber performs the utility disconnects, he shall enclose the ground opening
with an orange safety fence; using a minimum of four posts.
2. Schedule an inspection by phone or email:
713.662.5805
inspections@westutx.gov
NOTE: SCHEDULE BY 4:30am FOR NEXT DAY INSPECTION.
3. The plumber shall be on site for the inspection. If not, it will be disapproved and a
$100.00 re-inspection fee will be assessed.
4. When approved by the inspector, the plumber shall backll the hole to ground level
immediately, tamping as you go.
DEMOLITION UTILITY DISCONNECT INSPECTION
SAMPLE LETTER ONLY
CONTRACTOR'S COMPANY LETTERHEAD
DATE
____________________________
(To immediately adjacent houses)
____________________________
Address
____________________________
City, State, Zip
Dear Resident:
Soon (construction of a new residence), (major remodeling of
residence), will begin at the above address. We realize that the
construction may cause temporary inconveniences to those living
nearby; however we intend to minimize this disruption by taking
necessary precautions to protect your property as well as
property in the surrounding neighborhood. The purpose of this
letter is to inform you of certain ordinances that deal directly
with situations that commonly occur in construction:
1. LOUD AND EXCESSIVE CONSTRUCTION NOISE: Occurring before 7am
and after 8pm Monday - Friday, before 8am and after 8pm on
Saturday, and before 12:00 noon and after 8pm on Sunday, New
Year’s Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and whenever New
Year’s Day or Christmas Day falls on a Saturday or Sunday the
corresponding Friday or Monday on which the City observes that
holiday is prohibited.
2. PORTABLE SANITARY FACILITIES: Should not be placed on the
easement or sidewalk, but positioned within boundaries of the
property line.
3. LOCATION OF CONSTRUCTION MATERIAL (lumber, bricks, etc.): Stacked
and stored on the sidewalk or in the street is prohibited.
4. LITTER TRASH CONTAINERS FOR LOOSE TRASH: Required; making it
unlawful to deposit trash and debris within the city in such a
manner that it may be carried or deposited by the elements
upon the street, easement, street of right-of-way, vacant lot,
or any occupied/unoccupied premises.
5. TRESPASSING: Any person found on a homeowner's property are in
violation of Criminal Trespass Statute, and may anticipate
arrest.
6. FENCE DAMAGE: Civil matter between the contractor and
homeowners.
7. CURB, GUTTER, & SIDEWALK: Unlawful to injure, deface, or
destroy any real or personal property belonging to the city.
The contractor is responsible for repairing any damages.
8. WATER: No person shall take water from public or private
hydrant unless permission has been granted.
9. PARKING: No person shall stop or park any vehicle upon a
street clearly marked prohibiting parking, nor leave available
less than ten feet of the width of either lane or roadway.
10. SERVICE TRUCKS: All service oriented trucks and vehicles
shall display the name, address, and phone number of their
business on the side of the vehicle.
11. TREES: All "Protected Trees", as defined in Chapter 22, must
be fenced or otherwise protected prior to demolition of the
existing residence to prevent damage to tree roots. Storage
of materials, trash containers, or portable sanitary
facilities within protective fencing is prohibited. Existing
sidewalks and driveways shall remain in place as long as
possible to minimize damage to tree roots from vehicles.
The city requires us to notify you of existing city
ordinances and state laws, which will be enforced. Should you
however experience any type of inconvenience, annoyance, or
problems please contact (the name of person with the company &
telephone), and he/she will certainly do everything within
his/her power to correct the matter.
_________________________________
(Signature of contractor or builder)
Type name and title:
Type name of company:
SAMPLE LETTER ONLY
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