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REVISION 12.31.20
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MECHANICAL EQUIPMENT QUESTIONS
1. Is (are) the A/C unit(s) for which the permit is being applied for at the same
location of the old/existing unit?
2. Is (are) the A/C unit(s) for which the permit is being applied for the same size or
smaller (BTU or Tonnage) than the old/existing unit(s)?
3. Is (are) the A/C unit(s) for which the permit is being applied for the same type
(split or package) unit?
ACCESSORY DWELLING UNIT (ADU) INFORMATION
An Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) is a self-contained dwelling unit that is located on the same lot as a principal
dwelling that meets the regulations identified in UDO Section 2.6.3.D. An ADU may be located above a
garage. ADUs may be detached, attached, or internal to the principal dwelling and accessed separately from
the principal dwelling. Only residential uses are permitted in ADUs.
If the scope of the proposed work includes an ADU select the option that best describes the type of
ADU proposed and include a floor plan with the submission:
Detached: Construction of an ADU separate from the principal use
Attached: Construction of an ADU as an add-on to the principal use
Change of use: Conversion of an existing accessory structure into an ADU
Alteration: Conversion of an area within the existing principal use into an ADU
LIEN AGENT INFORMATION | www.liensnc.com
NC law requires appointment of a lien agent. Contractors/subcontractors can give notice when they are
working on the project. Lien Agent appointments are not required for improvements under $30,000, or to
the owner’s existing residence, or for public building projects.
It is the responsibility of the Applicant to pick up plans after each review cycle. If plans are not picked up
180 days from the last review cycle, they will be considered abandoned and will be destroyed.
RESIDENTIAL INFILL COMPATIBILITY (UDO 2.2.7)
If your project must comply with residential infill compatibility (UDO Section 2.2.7) it will be subject to
more restrictive setback and height requirements. A foundation survey may be required for this
project. For more information about residential infill compatibility visit the Residential Infill web page.
Please select the response that applies to your application:
Yes, this property does qualify as residential infill development
No, this property does not qualify as residential infill development
NOTE:
• If you are not sure if your property meets the infill standards, you may submit an Infill
Verification request form via the Permit and Development Portal.
• There is a $45 fee for this request.
If the scope of the proposed work consists of replacement of existing mechanical equipment only, and the
answer to ANY of the below questions is "No" then a Tier One Site Plan is required. See the Residential Tier
One Site Plan Checklist for submission requirements. If the answer to ALL the below questions is "Yes" a
permit could be obtained using the E-permit process.