TO BE COMPLETED BY APPLICANT
Omission of any requirements below will result in rejection of the application package and requiring a complete package submittal.
Completed and signed building permit application with correct address number. Complete means no required line left unaddressed or TBD.
Incomplete applications without addresses or recorded plats cannot be submitted for review.
If the space is an enclosed porch, a completed Smoke/Carbon Monoxide Alarm Form is required.
A scaled and dimensioned plot plan is required, clearly showing the existing residence and the proposed deck or porch structure. The proposed
setbacks of the accessory structure must be shown as well. A sealed survey may be required.
Designated Lien Agent form or a notarized Lien Agent Waiver with the correct address is required for projects costing $30,000 or more. Applications
without a required Lien Agent form cannot be submitted for review.
Construction plans are signed and dated per N.C. Admin Code 204.3. All plans shall be legible and to scale. Digital documents shall have all security
removed and a designated space in the title block for the reviewers stamp before submittal.
“Draft” or “Not for Construction” notes on the plans have been removed.
The building permit application’s job description, the scope of work indicated, the plans and the plot plan should all agree.
I understand if there are unsatisfied parcel conditions that are brought to my attention during the plan review, it will be my responsibility to address
those conditions with the department(s) having jurisdiction.
Zoning requirements for parcel (City-County Planning Department) Including but not limited to; Watershed, Historic, Neighborhood Protection and
Airport overlays addressed concerning any requirements relating to such.
If the proposed deck or porch is attached to a modular home, you must obtain structural verification from a structural engineer licensed by the State
of North Carolina. A stamped, signed and dated design must be provided.
A detailed scope of work may be necessary. Please include a description of the size and use of the proposed structure. If there are any adjacent
sleeping rooms please state this and show the sleeping areas on the plans.
A valid building or residential contracting license issued by the N.C. or a notarized Homeowner’s Exemption Form is required for projects in excess of
$30.000.
Copy of plot plan. A survey may be required.
a. Provide the existing and proposed structure(s) showing distances to property lines in accordance with the Unified Development Ordinance.
(UDO). Include proposed decks and/or porches as well. The proposed setbacks of the addition should be measured perpendicularly from
the nearest property lines to the nearest part of the proposed addition.
b. Impervious calculations may be required if the property is in a watershed overlay. If so, provide the proposed and allowable area in square
feet. Consult Planning at (919) 560-4137 to confirm the presence of possible watershed overlays.
c. Stream and no build buffers and any easements with all corresponding dimensions
d. Mechanical equipment location
e. Flood Plain survey with corresponding FEMA data
Plans shall include, but are not limited to, the following criteria:
B. Must match plot plan in footprint and orientation
D. The following information shall be shown on the plans (if not applicable mark N/A):
Footing size/spacing (section 403)
Proper type foundation (chapter 4). Please note that sheds on skids require tie downs at each corner.
Foundation ventilation (section 408.8)
Crawl space access 18”x24” (section 408.8) or if closed crawl space (section 409)
Pier size/spacing (section 403 table 403.1(2); section 606.6, table 606.9)
Chimney footings (section 1001.2)
Drainage requirements (section 405; section 801.3; section 401.3)
Room sizes & types (section 304)
Window sizes, light & ventilation (section 303)
Tempered glass, hazardous locations (section 308.4)
Egress doors, path of travel (section 310.1; section 311)
Emergency egress window from bedroom (section 310) Please note: Ensure that any deck or porch does NOT affect compliance.
Stair requirements (section 311.7)
Handrail & guardrail requirements (section 312)
Slab on ground requirements (section 506)Termite inspection gap 318.4.5.2
Garages; separation requirements (section 302.5; section 302.6)
Residential Small Project Review Checklist
A checklist is required to accompany all Residential Small Project Review Building permits.
