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713.662.5304 (F)
inspections@westutx.org
www.westutx.gov
NEW HOMES & ADDITIONS
INFORMATION PACKET
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BUILDING–PLAN SUBMITTAL CHECKLIST
NEW CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS
NEW CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS ONLY
# ITEM YES NO
1
Tree Disposition submitted with plans
2
Two separate sets of Drainage Plans with two Standard
Base Level Certications with original seal, signature
and dated by a Licensed Surveyor or Engineer
max 11"x17"
3
Completed Building Permit Application
Signed and dated, Front and Back
4
Two complete sets of Building Plans. See Plan
Submission Requirements—max 24"x36"
5
Original Building Site Designation Form
Signed and notarized
6
Survey of Property with seal and signature of Surveyor
max 11"x17"
7
Site Plan—show all Existing & Proposed Buildings
8
Framed, Pervious and Open Areas Table
9
Electrical Load Analysis and Gas Riser Diagram
10
Geotechnical (soils) Report enclosed w/copy of Errors
& Omissions Insurance.
11
Original Foundation Load Calculations with original
seal, signature and dated by Structural Engineer
12
Two sets of Truss Plans and Layouts (if trusses are
used). Both must be provided with original seal,
signature and dated by Structural Engineer with their
Errors & Omissions Insurance. (Truss deferral letter
will be accepted if plans are not complete at time of
submittal)
13
Energy Compliance Certificate —
2018 IECC
14
Errors & Omissions Insurance for all Engineered
Drawings Framing, Truss Details, Truss Layout
and Foundation
15
Temporary Utility Release Letter
16
Separate 136 mph Wind Load Certification with
original seal, signature and dated by Framing Design
Engineer
17
8 Letters to surrounding neighbors (3 in front,
3 behind, and 1 on each side). Envelopes must
include a Site Plan, be addressed to surrounding
neighbors, include Contractor's return address and
stamped postage.
Must also include a letter for CenterPoint Energy
Attn: Code Violation Dept.
4300 Bissonnet, Bellaire, TX 77401
LETTERS NOT TO BE SEALED AND MAILED OUT
BY CONTRACTOR
PLAN SUBMITTAL CHECKLIST
PROJECT
ADDRESS
CITY STAT E ZIP CODE
ACKNOWLEDGMENT
TO PROCESS YOUR PLAN REVIEW APPLICATION,
THE ADJACENT DOCUMENTS AND/OR INFORMATIONS
ARE REQUIRED.
PLEASE NOTIFY DEVELOPMENT SERVICES OFFICE FOR A CUSTOMIZED
LIST IF PLANNING AN ADDITION OR ALTERATION.
I understand not providing some or all of the information
requested may result in a delay of my plan review and
permit approval.
APPLICANT SIGNATURE DATE
PRINT NAME
OFFICIAL USE ONLY
RECEIVED BY
SIGNATURE DATE SUBMITTED
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OFFICE USE ONLY
DATE SUBMITTED PERMIT NUMBER
BUILDINGTREE DISPOSITION
PLANS AND SURVEYS
ACKNOWLEDGMENT
I hereby certify that I have completed this document's
information to the best of my ability. I understand that any
information submitted in error will result in Tree Disposition
Plans and Surveys being returned and an additional
re-checking fee being assessed.
SIGNATURE DATE
PRINT NAME
TITLE
TREE DISPOSITION
PROJECT
ADDRESS
CITY STAT E ZIP CODE
CONTRACTOR
FIRST NAME LAST NAME
PHONE EMAIL
COMPANY NAME
COMPANY ADDRESS
CONTACT PERSON
FIRST NAME LAST NAME
MAILING ADDRESS
PHONE EMAIL
PROPERTY OWNER
FIRST NAME LAST NAME
MAILING ADDRESS
PHONE EMAIL
THE FOLLOWING ITEMS MUST BE ATTACHED
Tree Survey—two (2) copies
Include all trees 6" diameter and larger on property
and adjacent.
Proposed Site Plan—two (2) copies
Narrative/Report on Trees
i.e., removals, replacements, irrigation techniques
and treatments.
PROJECT: PLEASE CHECK ONE OF THE FOLLOWING
New Building—$250.00 Pool—$250.00
Remodel/Addition—$150.00 Garage—$150.00
Housemoving —$150.00 Demolition—$150.00
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BUILDING–STANDARD BASE LEVEL
CERTIFICATE
PROPERTY INFORMATION
ADDRESS
CITY STAT E ZIP CODE
LOT BLOCK
LEGIBLE SEAL
NOTES
BASE ELEVATION CERTIFICATE
PROJECT BENCHMARK
LOCATION OF PROJECT BENCHMARK
NAIL IN TREE TOP OF CURB
NAIL ON POWER POLE OTHER _____________________
YOU MUST USE THE SAME PROJECT BENCH MARK FOR THE FOLLOWING:
1. Height Certication for Principal and Rear Yard Structure
2. Drainage Plans
3. Site Plans
METHOD A
ELEVATIONS BASE ELEVATION
A + B/2
=
METHOD B
ELEVATIONS BASE ELEVATION
C+D+E+F+G+H+I+J/8
=
NOTE
Failure to establish base ground elevation prior to disturbance of
undisturbed soil, construction or demolition may require the use
of METHOD A in determining base ground elevation.
ORIGINAL ENGINEER / SURVEYOR SIGNATURE DATE
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OFFICIAL USE ONLY
PERMIT NUMBER
PREMATURE WORK CHARGE - 100% OF PERMIT
PLAN CHECKING FEE BUILDING PERMIT FEE TOTAL FEES
$ $ $
RECEIVED BY
TIME STAMP
NO EXCEPTIONS TAKEN DATE
PROJECT INFORMATION
PROJECT NAME
PROJECT ADDRESS
CITY STAT E ZIP CODE
PROPERTY OWNER
FIRST NAME (OWNER) LAST NAME (OWNER)
MAILING ADDRESS
PHONE NUMBER EMAIL
CONTRACTOR COMPANY
COMPANY NAME
CONTRACTOR REGISTRATION
NUMBER
COMPANY ADDRESS
PHONE NUMBER FAX NUMBER
CONTACT PERSON
FIRST NAME LAST NAME
PHONE NUMBER EMAIL
RESIDENTIAL
NUMBER OF STORIES NUMBER OF BEDROOMS
1 2 2.5 BASEMENT
GARAGE # OF BATHS
1 2 3 4 ATTACHED DETACHED
EXTERIOR
BRICK STONE STUCCO OTHER
FRAMED AREA BUILDING HEIGHT BUILDING SITE
________ SQ.FT. __________ .FT. _________________ SQ.FT.
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
VALUATION OF PROJECT IMPROVEMENTS
$ _________________ SQ.FT.
SIGNATURE OF PERMITTEE DATE
PROJECT INFORMATION
ZONING DISTRICT FLOOD ZONE
BLOCK LOT
OCCUPANCY TYPE
RESIDENTIAL COMMERCIAL INDUSTRIAL
CLASS OF WORK
NEW REMODEL DEMOLITION ADDITION
RENOVATION / DEMOLITION
As required for Public or Commercial buildings by Senate Bill 509
Effective January 1, 2002
Was an asbestos survey performed
in accordance with Texas Asbestos
Health Protection Rules (TAHPR) and
the National Emission Standards for
Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP)?
TDH INSPECTOR LICENSES
NUMBER
DATE OF SURVEY COPY ATTACHED
YES NO YES NO
NOTE: If the answer is No, then as the owner/operator of the renovation/demolition
site, I understand that it is my responsibility to have this asbestos survey conducted
in accordance with Texas Asbestos Health Protection Rules (TAHPR) and National
Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP) prior to a renovation/
demolition permit being issued by the City of West University Place.
SIGNATURE DATE
BUILDING–PERMIT APPLICATION
BUILDING PERMIT
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BUILDING PERMIT
BUILDING–PERMIT APPLICATION
TREE DISPOSITION
CHAPTER 82 SECTION 82-3
ACKNOWLEDGMENT
I hereby certify I have read and examined this document and know the same to
be true and correct. All provisions of law and ordinances governing this type of
work will be complied with whether specied herein or not. I further understand
that plans submitted for approval will be subjected to a comprehensive check
against municipal ordinance and building code. Any set of plans that must be
returned for modications or corrections in order to come into compliance with
ordinance or code will be subject to rechecking in order of submittal. Under no
circumstances will paid fees be refunded or transferred.
Applications and plans will be held for 180 days. After 180 days this application
and plans will be disposed of unless a valid building permit is issued.
SEPARATE PERMIT REQUIRED: Fence, Pool/Spa, Flatwork, Irrigation,
Drainage (below grade), pavers, MEP’s.
SIGNATURE OF PERMITTEE DATE
PRINT NAME
NOTES
Complete copy of Chapter 82 is available in the Permit Ofce.
Separate Permit is required for Tree Disposition.
(a) General Requirement
Every permit for development or predevelopment activity must
contain tree disposition conditions meeting the requirements of
this section.
(b) Essential and Mandatory Conditions
Tree disposition conditions are the most important means of
protecting the urban forest of the city from unreasonable harm
during development and predevelopment activity. Tree disposition
conditions shall:
1. Prohibit removal of or damage to any large tree, except:
a. Removal of a tree which is diseased, severely
damaged or dead may be authorized;
b. Damage to or removal of a tree which causes
an unreasonable impediment to the use and
enjoyment of the applicant's property may be
authorized; and
c. Damage to or removal of a low-value tree may
be authorized.
2. Require replacement trees, to the extent provided in
the criteria manual, for any large trees authorized to
be damaged or removed.
EXCEPTION: No replacement is required for low-value trees.
3. Require Protection for Large Trees and Critical Root Zones
The conditions may specify the methods of protection
to be used.
4. Require that any Authorized Damage to Trees be
Minimized and Mitigated.
The conditions may specify methods of mitigation to be used.
5. Require, if there is major development,
that the affected subject site attain a minimum planting
standard of tree density as set forth in the criteria manual.
(c) Procedure
The building official shall not issue any permit for any
development or predevelopment activity unless all of the
following have rst occurred:
1. Tree Survey
The applicant must have led a tree survey, and the
urban forester must have approved it for compliance
with this chapter.
2. Tree Disposition Conditions
Tree disposition conditions approved by the urban
forester must have been inserted into the permit.
The urban forester may require all persons owning land
where a tree is located to agree to any removal of or
damage to the tree authorized by the conditions.
(d) "Low-Impact" Exception
Except for the requirement to insert the mandatory conditions,
this section does not apply to a subject site, project or other
activity that will not have any signicant, adverse effect upon any
large tree, as determined by the urban forester.
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RESIDENTIAL BUILDING REQUIREMENTS
BUILDING–RESIDENTIAL BUILDING
PERMIT PLAN SUBMISSION
REQUIREMENTS
NEW HOMES & ADDITIONS ONLY
In order to perform a thorough Building Plan Review, and
facilitate the Permit process, the following specications,
drawings and details must be submitted with your application
for a building permit:
NOTES
Not providing this information may result in your plans being
returned for corrections, delaying the review of your
application.
• Drainage Plans. See Site Plan Requirements.
Construction Plans
Construction plans (24"x36"—maximum) shall be drawn to scale
with sufcient clarity and detail to indicate the nature and character
of the work. In order to apply for a permit you must provide two
complete sets of plans (all documents stapled together) which
include the following information:
A. Cover Sheet with the following information:
1. Job address and legal description.
2. Contractor's name, address and contact person's phone number.
3. Proposed type of construction.
4. General notes. Cover sheet shall contain the following notes.
a. Only copper Type L or PEX a installed with PEX ring
and ttings, ASTM F1960 shall be used for water
distribution piping.
b. Water riser must be metal above ground; schedule 40 PVC
may only be used for exterior piping that is underground.
c.
Statement that the project was designed in accordance with
the 2018 International codes and the 2017 NEC.
d.
Structural engineer's certication that the project was
designed in accordance with the Design Wind Loads of the
2018 International Codes. (136 mph Risk Category II
exposure B per ASCE 7-16) Also submit signed and sealed
statement in a separate letter.
e. Aluminum wiring is prohibited and 12/2 with ground is the
smallest conductor size allowed.
f. Compliance with IRC R312.2 for window fall protection.
g. All walls with draw-waste-vent plumbing shall be 2x6 lumber.
h. Fence Requirements: In addition to any fence requirements
for tree protection, all building sites are required to be
enclosed with a temporary fence a minimum height of
6 feet. This requirement applies to each side, rear, and
75% of the front yard during construction. Removal of
this fence at any time during construction, for any reason,
requires written authorization from the Building Ofcial.
5. Framed area calculations:
Framed area is dened as the measurement from the outer
exterior wall surfaces of all oor and ground areas under a
solid, xed roof. Floor and ground areas are measured on each
level. (See zoning ordinance for those areas uncounted per the
framed area denition)
NOTE: Maximum allowed framed area is 80% for Single
Family District sites.
6. Open and Pervious Area Calculations.
B. Foundation plans, specifications, and engineering
details to include:
1. Soils report by an A2LA certied laboratory indicating the
required procedures and tests per the Technical Code
provisions in Appendix C of The Code of Ordinances signed
and sealed by a civil engineer.
2. Foundation design details signed and sealed by a registered
Professional Structural Engineer. (Original signature required.)
3. Front, side, and rear building lines with dimensions on
foundation layout plan.
4. Detail of allowable pipe penetrations through grade beams.
(Pipes shall be sleeved two (2) pipe sizes larger).
5. Declaration on plans that the foundation was designed in
accordance with the soils report.
(Indicate soil report number on plans)
C. Architectural plans must include:
1. Designer’s name, address, and phone number. If an architect,
plans must be signed and sealed with an original signature.
2. Details showing draft stopping compliance methods per the
International Codes. Trusses at 500 sq feet intervals.
3. Details of all headers—both size and support.
4. If trusses or truss joist systems are used, provide a layout plan
and design plans signed and sealed by Registered Professional
Structural Engineer.
5. Attic access, minimum opening 25.5"x54", shall support 350 lbs
with 20 minutes re resistance.
6. Fireplace and chimney details.
7. Typical wall section.
8. Fully dimensioned drawings to determine areas and building
height. Maximum height is measured above standard base
level elevation.
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RESIDENTIAL BUILDING REQUIREMENTS
9. General notes: Architectural plans must contain the following notes:
a. Door between garage and any habitable space must be 20
minute re rated with closer.
b. All residential structures (R-1, 2, 3, and 4) shall use 5/8"
type X Sheetrock throughout entire structure.
c. Safety glass specications and locations.
d. Breezeways shall be draft-stopped.
e. Tub/showers enclosure wall (no green rock).
10. Site plan with dimensioned lot size, proposed construction,
setbacks, easements, driveways, approach and sidewalk ramps.
D. Electrical Plans
1. Complete plans and specications of all electrical work.
2. Load calculations for all structures.
(Minimum 150 amp main required)
3. Floor plan showing all receptacles, outlets and GFCI
locations for each story.
4. Panel board schedule: note location of meter and exterior
disconnect at main.
5. Smoke and carbon monoxide detector locations.
6. Symbol schedule.
7. Designers name, address, and phone number.
8. General note: arc fault protection will be provided
per NEC 210.12
9. Tamperproof receptacles per NEC 406.12
E. Mechanical Plans
1. Designer’s name, address; and phone number.
2. Floor plan showing all the following:
a. Method for providing combustion air for utility rooms
(louver door or undercut door 2")
b. Locations of all return air.
(City ordinance requires all return air be 24" AFF
or media or electrostatic)
c. Location of all indoor equipment.
3. Site plan showing location of all outdoor equipment with
setback to property line shown.
4. Attic ventilation with calculations. 1:150
5. General note that all mechanical equipment exhaust must
terminate on the exterior of the structure.
F. Plumbing Plans
1. Designer’s name, address, and phone number.
2. Floor plan showing all the following:
a. Utility room oor drains and outside termination points
above rst oor
b. Access for tub and whirlpools
c. Water heater location
d. Location of all plumbing xtures
e. Plumbing xtures table
f. Water supply and distribution plan showing piping sizes,
valves, water heater details and temperature-pressure relief
valve with discharge pipe
g. Riser diagram water, sewer and gas/material, size, BTU,
longest length
h. Location of proposed city water and sewer taps
G. Flood Plain
If the property is located in a Special Flood Hazard Area
(Zone AE) a FEMA elevation certicate based on construction
plans must be submitted. A nal “as-built” certicate must be
submitted before nal occupancy.
Other Requirements
In addition, when applying for a building permit, the following
additional information and documentation are required.
1. A completed tree disposition plan for the site shall be provided.
2. Letters to adjacent residents shall be provided, 8 for interior lots
and 5 for corner lots. Letters must be in an addressed, stamped
envelope, unsealed. Each letter must contain the contractor’s
return address. A site plan must be provided with each letter.
Additional Permits will be required for the following:
1. Fences
2. Swimming Pools
3. Decks
4. Sidewalks and Driveways
5. Area Drains
6. Lawn Irrigation
a. Location of all sprinkler heads
b. Gallons per minute required per zone and show calculations
c. Location of cross connection control device (backow PVB)
d. Copy of PVB test report by state licensed tester
7. Any additional grade raising or work not approved or shown on
the original plans and application.
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Design and construction shall be in compliance with the following
codes and ordinances:
NOTES
All setbacks are measured from the wall surface, not the
foundation. See “Formal Decision of the Administrative
Ofcial” dated June 9, 2009
I. Codes and Ordinances
a. International Building Code
2018 edition with local amendments.
b. International Plumbing Code
2018 edition with local amendments.
c. International Mechanical Code
2018 edition with local amendments.
d. International Fuel Gas Code
2018 edition with local amendments.
e. International Residential Code
2018 edition with local amendments.
f. International Energy Conservation Code
2018 edition.
g. National Electric Code
2017 edition with local amendments.
h. Zoning Regulations, Appendix A, Code of Ordinances.
i. Technical Codes, Appendix C.
j. Chapter 18, Buildings and Development.
k. Chapter 26, Electrical and Alarm Systems.
l. Chapter 62, Plumbing, Gas and Solar Energy.
m. Chapter 70, Street Areas and Public Places.
n. Chapter 82, Urban Forest Preservation and Enhancement.
II. International Resident Code Sections
a. Fireplaces—Chapter 10
b. Glazing/Hazardous locations—Section 308.4
c. Skylights—Section 308.6
d. Stairs—Section 311.7
III. Miscellaneous Information
a. Walls with drain-waste and vent shall be 2x6 lumber, boring
and notching standards to be followed.
b. No utility grade lumber for studs, joist and rafters.
c. R312.2 Window Sills—In dwelling units, where the opening
of an operable window is located more than 72 inches
(1829 mm) above the nished grade or surface below, the
lowest part of the clear opening of the window shall be a
minimum of 24 inches (610mm) above the nished oor of
the room in which the window is located.
d. Type “M” copper not allowed.
e. PEX piping is allowed per local amendments.
PEX-a with PEX-a ring and F-1960 ttings only.
f. Water lines looped under the slab shall be sleeved with
one continuous sleeve 0.025 thick. Terminating 6 inches
above slab.
g. Schedule 40 PVC, ASTM 1785 may be used for water
distribution outside, underground only.
h. Building drains, building sewers and sewer lines must be
Schedule 40 PVC, ASTM 2665.
i. Fences require a separate permit.
j. Pools required a separate permit.
k. Sidewalks, driveways and approaches require a
separate permit.
l. Provide at least one qualied tree in the front yard.
m. The removal, damage or death of any large tree,
except as authorized by an approved tree disposition
plan, is prohibited.
n. Copper wiring only, No. 12 with ground is the smallest
wiring allowed.
o. A single exterior main disconnect is required as close as
possible to the meter; 150 ampere minimum.
DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION
BUILDING–DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION
CODES AND ORDINANCES
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ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF FILING
STATE OF COUNTY OF
§ §
This instrument was acknowledged before me.
BY
LEGIBLE SEAL
DATE ACKNOWLEDGED
COMMISSION EXPIRATION
NOTARY PUBLIC
BUILDING–OWNER’S DESIGNATION OF
A BUILDING SITE
AS DEFINED BY THE
ZONING ORDINANCE OF THE CITY
NOTES
An original survey depicting the property described below
must be attached.
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. Words and phrases in this designation
have the same meanings as in the Zoning Ordinance.
PROPERTY INFORMATION
ADDRESS
LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY
BUILDING SITE REVIEW (OFFICIAL USE ONLY)
ACCEPTABLE UNACCEPTABLE
Building Site is unacceptable for the following reason(s):
Building site is made-up of one or more partial lots that
were not legally subdivided into present shape before
10/24/1987.
Proof required lot was legally subdivided into present
shape before 10/24/1987.
Building site does not meet minimum dimensions as
prescribed by Table 5-1 of the Zoning Ordinance.
Other. (see attached)
CHIEF BUILDING OFFICIAL
DATE
OWNER'S DESIGNATION OF BUILDING SITE
REPRESENTATION BY THE OWNER
The Owner represents to the City that the Property: (i) is contiguous, (ii) is all
owned in fee simple and in common by the Owner, (iii) consists of one or more
whole subdivided lots, (iv) includes no common-use areas, (v) includes no area
within another building site and (vi) has the minimum dimensions prescribed by
the City’s Zoning Ordinance. The owner understands that the Zoning Ordinance
restricts the division of building sites. The Owner also understands that building
sites are regulated in many ways, both by the Zoning Ordinance and by other
ordinances of the City.
NOTE: If building site contains one or more partial lots, owner must
provide city proof the building site was legally subdivided into present
shape before 10/24/1987.
Designation As One Building Site: The Owner designates the entire Property
described above as a single “building site” under the City’s Zoning Ordinance.
SIGNATURE DATE
PRINT NAME
Company Letter Head
(Sample Letter)
Request for a deferred submittal of the Truss plans
Project Address:
Date:
To: Development Services Department
Dear Sir,
We are requesting a deferred submittal for the Engineered Truss detail and layout plans. We will
provide two complete sets signed and sealed by a Structural Engineer as listed on the Texas State Board
of Professional Engineers website along with errors and omissions insurance in the amounts required by
city ordinance. These plans will be provided PRIOR to any inspection being performed by the city after
the foundation.
Should you have any questions please call:
Sincerely,
( Type Name below signature)
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BUILDING–TEMPORARY RELEASE
OF UTILITIES
TEMPORARY RELEASE OF UTILITIES
PROJECT
ADDRESS
CITY STAT E ZIP CODE
PERMIT NUMBER
CONTRACTOR
FIRST NAME LAST NAME
PHONE EMAIL
COMPANY NAME
CONTRACTOR REGISTRATION NUMBER COMPANY PHONE
COMPANY ADDRESS
ACKNOWLEDGMENT
I am requesting temporary release of utilities for the purpose of
testing equipment and/or performing work to make this building
ready for a nal inspection.
I agree that this building will not be occupied prior to passing
all final inspection and a certicate of occupancy is issued.
I understand that occupancy of this building prior to nal
inspections, and the issuance of a certicate of occupancy is a
violation of the law.
I further acknowledge and agree that any temporary release of
utilities, requested by the company I represent, may be denied
if the building is occupied prior to passing all final inspections
and, obtaining a certicate of occupancy.
OWNER OF AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE DATE
PRINT NAME
PERMIT HOLDER IF DIFFERENT FROM ABOVE DATE
PRINT NAME
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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BUILDING SITE REVIEW
ACCEPTABLE UNACCEPTABLE
Building Site is unacceptable for the following reason(s):
Table 7-2 Note 2 Table 7-2 Note 3
Table 7-2 Note 6 Table 7-6 Note 5
CHIEF BUILDING OFFICIAL DATE
BUILDING–OWNER’S DESIGNATION OF
SIDE SETBACK AREAS (SIDE YARD)
UNDER THE ZONING ORDINANCE OF THE CITY
OF WEST UNIVERSITY PLACE
NOTES
An original survey depicting the property described below
must be attached.
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. Words and phrases in this designation
have the same meanings as in the Zoning Ordinance.
DESIGNATED SIDE SETBACK AREAS
The ____________
1
side setback area—measured from
the ____________
1
property line of the Building Site
described above—is designated as the area ________feet
in width parallel and adjacent to such property line.
The ____________
2
side setback area—measured from
the ____________
2
property line of the Building Site
described above—is designated as the area _______ feet
in width parallel and adjacent to such property line.
1
Insert, e.g., "north", "south" or other clear identification of the first side
property line (i.e. the property line for which the first designation is made).
2
Insert, e.g., "north", "south" or other clear identification of the second side
property line (i.e. the property line for which the second designation is made).
SIGNATURE DATE
PRINT NAME
OWNER'S DESIGNATION OF SIDE SETBACK AREAS
OFFICIAL USE ONLY
STATE OF COUNTY OF
§ §
ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF FILING.
The building ofcial of the City acknowledges that this instrument
was duly led as required by the Zoning Ordinance of the City.
BY
LEGIBLE SEAL
DATE ACKNOWLEDGED
COMMISSION EXPIRATION
OFFICIAL USE ONLY
STATE OF COUNTY OF
§ §
ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF FILING.
The building ofcial of the City acknowledges that this instrument
was duly led as required by the Zoning Ordinance of the City.
BY
LEGIBLE SEAL
DATE ACKNOWLEDGED
COMMISSION EXPIRATION
PROPERTY INFORMATION
ADDRESS
LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY
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CERTIFICATION
BY SIGNING BELOW, I CERTIFY AS FOLLOWS:
(CHECK APPLICABLE SECTIONS)
I am an “RLPE” as defined in the Foundation Ordinance.
[ “RLPE” means a licensed or registered professional engineer of the State of
Texas who is: (1) listed with the State Board of Professional Engineers in the
structural branch of engineering; (2) employed by a registered engineering
rm of the State of Texas; and (3) (unless waived by the BSC) covered by
professional errors and omissions insurance that: (i) has limits of at least
$500,000 per claim (and at least $1,000,000 per year, aggregate) and (ii) has
effective dates—including any retroactive coverage date—that include the
entire period when the person provides services or takes actions regulated by
this section.]
Observations of the New Foundation:
were performed either by me or by one or more persons under my
direct supervision and control whose professional qualications were
approved by me;
included actual measurement of piers, ll, compaction, reinforcement,
forms, materials, dimensions, structural elements, attachments, etc.
before the work was covered or concrete was placed.
Note: dimensions of an underground element may have been
measured or estimated from the forms, boring or cavity for the
element, before pouring or filling;
were performed continuously during placement of concrete; and
were documented in a form and manner approved by the building
ofcial of the City.
Referring to and based upon the professional observations
described above, the New Foundation complies with the
plans and specications last approved by the building
ofcial (with any eld changes that were ordered by me
and reported to the building ofcial and that comply with
applicable regulations). This is based upon my professional
opinion and does not constitute a guarantee or warranty,
expressed or implied.
This certication does not rely upon any other certication,
except as indicated below:
This certication relies in part upon an attached
certication by a RLGE, as to geophysical matters.
—Optional, with attachment
This certication relies in part upon an attached
certication by an A2LA Lab, as to materials testing.
—Optional, with attachment
CERTIFYING RLPE INFORMATION
PRINT FIRST NAME PRINT LAST NAME
EMPLOYED BY
(REGISTERED ENGINEERING FIRM)
TEXAS REGISTRATION NUMBER
SIGNATURE OF RLPE DATE SIGNED
LEGIBLE SEAL
OFFICIAL USE ONLY
ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF FILING.
The building ofcial of the City acknowledges that this certication
was duly led as required by the Foundation Ordinance.
BY DATE ACKNOWLEDGED
BUILDING–FOUNDATION CERTIFICATE
Unless otherwise indicated, word and phrases used in this
document have the same meanings as in The Technical Codes
Schedule of the Code of Ordinances (“Foundation Ordinance”)
of the City of West University Place, Texas (“City”).
SUBJECT
New foundation built at the site described below:
("New Foundation")
SITE ADDRESS
ADDRESS
CITY STATE ZIP CODE
SITE INFORMATION
LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF THE SITE
PERMITTEE BUILDING PERMIT NUMBER
FOUNDATION CERTIFICATE
Public Works Department
Development Services
3826 Amherst St.
West University Place, TX 77005
713.662.5833
713.662.5304 (F)
inspections@westutx.gov
www.westutx.gov
Memorandum
January 21, 2016
From: The Desk of the Chief Building Ofcial
Subject: General Information for Engineers when lling out the Foundation & Framing Certicates
When lling out the city required Foundation Certificate there may be items on the certicate that were
not inspected by you because they were not required to be installed per your design or not part of your
required inspection, i.e. form, compaction (where none was designed by you. In this case draw a line
through the non-inspected/required item.
Example:
Included actual measurement of piers, ll, compaction, reinforcement, forms, materials, dimensions,
structural elements, attachments, etc. before the work was covered or concrete was placed.
NOTE: dimensions of an underground element may have been measured or estimated from
the forms, boring or cavity for the element, before pouring or filling.
When lling out the city required Framing Certificates please answer each check box, , with a check
mark showing conrmation the inspection as stated was performed by you or an N/A, meaning nothing in
that space was applicable to this project.
The last check box on both Foundation and Framing Certificates must always be checked because
it states; this certicate does not rely upon any other certication, except as indicated below. In cases
where you as the Engineer of record authorize someone listed to perform an inspection for you, then
check that space and provide a copy of their report for our records as well.
Should you have any questions please contact me at:
cchew@westutx.gov
713.662.5830
K. Clay Chew
Chief Building Ofcial, CFM
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CERTIFICATION
BY SIGNING BELOW, I CERTIFY AS FOLLOWS:
(CHECK APPLICABLE SECTIONS)
I am an “RLPE” as defined in the Structural Framing
Ordinance.
[ “RLPE” means a registered or licensed professional engineer of the State
of Texas who is: (1) listed with the State Board of Professional Engineers
in the structural branch of engineering; (2) employed by a registered
engineering rm of the State of Texas; and (3) (unless waived by the BSC),
covered by professional errors and omissions insurance that: (i) has limits
of at least $500,000 per claim (and at least $1,000,000 per year, aggregate)
and (ii) has effective dates—including any retroactive coverage date—that
include the entire period when the person provides services or takes actions
regulated by this section.]
Observations of the New Structural Frame:
were performed either by me or by one or more persons under my
direct supervision and control whose professional qualications were
approved by me;
included actual observations of structural elements and attachments
in crawl spaces before they are covered by oors or other materials.
include actual observations of each beam, joist, rafter, truss and
similar element, including each related weld and high-strength bolt:
a. after all required plumbing, electrical and mechanical “rough-in”
inspections have been passed and all expected notching, boring,
and similar work has been done, and
b. before the item is covered.
were documented in a form and manner approved by the building
ofcial of the City.
Referring to and based upon the professional observations
described above, the New Structural Frame complies with
the plans and specications last approved by the building
ofcial (with any eld changes that were ordered by me
and reported to the building ofcial and that comply with
applicable regulations). This is based upon my professional
opinion and does not constitute a guarantee or warranty,
expressed or implied.
This certication does not rely upon any other certication,
except as indicated below:
This certication relies in part upon an attached certication by an
A2LA Lab, as to materials testing.
—Optional, with attachment
This certication relies in part upon an attached certication by an
inspector certied by the City of Houston or in compliance with Section
1704.3.3 of the IBC, as to welds or high-strength bolts.
—Optional, with attachment
CERTIFYING RLPE INFORMATION
PRINT FIRST NAME PRINT LAST NAME
EMPLOYED BY
(REGISTERED ENGINEERING FIRM)
TEXAS REGISTRATION NUMBER
SIGNATURE OF RLPE DATE SIGNED
LEGIBLE SEAL
BUILDING–FRAMING CERTIFICATE
Unless otherwise indicated, word and phrases used in this
document have the same meanings as in The Technical Codes
Schedule of the Code of Ordinances (“Structural Framing
Ordinance”) of the City of West University Place, Texas (“City”).
SUBJECT
New foundation built at the site described below:
("New Structural Frame")
SITE ADDRESS
ADDRESS
CITY STATE ZIP CODE
SITE INFORMATION
LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF THE SITE
PERMITTEE BUILDING PERMIT NUMBER
FRAMING CERTIFICATE
OFFICIAL USE ONLY
ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF FILING.
The building ofcial of the City acknowledges that this certication
was duly led as required by the Foundation Ordinance.
BY DATE ACKNOWLEDGED
Public Works Department
Development Services
3826 Amherst St.
West University Place, TX 77005
713.662.5833
713.662.5304 (F)
inspections@westutx.gov
www.westutx.gov
Memorandum
January 21, 2016
From: The Desk of the Chief Building Ofcial
Subject: General Information for Engineers when lling out the Foundation & Framing Certicates
When lling out the city required Foundation Certificate there may be items on the certicate that were
not inspected by you because they were not required to be installed per your design or not part of your
required inspection, i.e. form, compaction (where none was designed by you. In this case draw a line
through the non-inspected/required item.
Example:
Included actual measurement of piers, ll, compaction, reinforcement, forms, materials, dimensions,
structural elements, attachments, etc. before the work was covered or concrete was placed.
NOTE: dimensions of an underground element may have been measured or estimated from
the forms, boring or cavity for the element, before pouring or filling.
When lling out the city required Framing Certificates please answer each check box, , with a check
mark showing conrmation the inspection as stated was performed by you or an N/A, meaning nothing in
that space was applicable to this project.
The last check box on both Foundation and Framing Certificates must always be checked because
it states; this certicate does not rely upon any other certication, except as indicated below. In cases
where you as the Engineer of record authorize someone listed to perform an inspection for you, then
check that space and provide a copy of their report for our records as well.
Should you have any questions please contact me at:
cchew@westutx.gov
713.662.5830
K. Clay Chew
Chief Building Ofcial, CFM
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BUILDING–HEIGHT CERTIFICATION
PRINCIPAL & REAR YARD STRUCTURE
PROPERTY INFORMATION
ADDRESS
BLOCK LOT SECTION
LEGIBLE SEAL
ORIGINAL ENGINEER / SURVEYOR SIGNATURE DATE
PROJECT BENCHMARK
MUST BE THE SAME USED FOR BASE ELEVATION CERTIFICATE
LOCATION OF BENCHMARK
NAIL IN TREE TOP OF CURB
NAIL ON POWER POLE OTHER _____________________
STEPS TO DETERMINE THE HEIGHT OF STRUCTURE
1. From Project Benchmark, determine Top of Slab Elevation.
2. When framing is complete, determine distance from Top
of Slab to Heights Roof Peak. If "Attached" Rear Yard
Structure, see Diagram 2 and use 20' Rear Height
Setback Line for your Heights Point.
3. Subtract Base Elevation from Highest Roof Peak Elevation
(or Highest Point at the 20' Rear Height Setback Line) to
determine Structure Height above base elevation.
PRINCIPAL STRUCTURE MAX HEIGHT= 35' ABOVE BASE ELEVATION
TOP OF SLAB ELEVATION
+
TOP OF SLAB TO
HIGHEST ROOF PEAK
=
HIGHEST ROOF PEAK
ELEVATION
BASE ELEVATION (FROM BASE
ELEVATION CERTIFICATE)
=
HEIGHT OF STRUCTURE
REAR YARD STRUCTURE ATTACHED DETACHED MAX HEIGHT= 25' ABOVE BASE ELEVATION
TOP OF SLAB ELEVATION
+
TOP OF SLAB TO
HIGHEST ROOF PEAK
=
HIGHEST ROOF PEAK
ELEVATION
BASE ELEVATION (FROM BASE
ELEVATION CERTIFICATE)
=
HEIGHT OF STRUCTURE
HEIGHT CERTIFICATION
35'
NOTES