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105.2 Work Exempt From Permit
Exemptions from permit requirements
of this code shall not be deemed to grant authorization for any work to be
done in any manner in violation of the provisions of this code or any other
laws or ordinances of this jurisdiction. Permits shall not be required for
the following:
Building:
1. One-story detached accessory structures used as tool and storage sheds,
playhouses, and similar uses provided the floor area does not exceed 120 square
feet (11.15 m2) for Commercial; 120 square feet for residential.
2. Fences not over 6 feet (1829 mm) high.
3. Oil derricks.
4. Retaining walls which are not over 4 feet (1219 mm) in height measured
from the bottom of the footing to the top of the wall unless supporting a
surcharge or impounding Class I, II, or III-A liquids.
5. Water tanks supported directly on grade if the capacity does not exceed
5,000 gallons (18 925 L) and the ratio of height to diameter or width does
not exceed 2 to 1.
6. Sidewalks and driveways not more than 30 inches (762 mm) above grade and
not over any basement or story below and which are not part of an accessible
route.
7. Painting, papering, tiling, carpeting, cabinets, counter tops, and similar
finish work.
8. Temporary motion picture, television, and theater stage sets and scenery.
9. Prefabricated swimming pools accessory to a Group R-3 occupancy as applicable
in Section 101.2 which are less than 24 inches (610 mm) deep and do not exceed
5,000 gallons (18 925 L) and are installed entirely above ground.
10. Shade cloth structures constructed for nursery or agricultural purposes
and not including service systems.
11. Swings and other playground equipment accessory to detached one- and two-family
dwellings.
12. Window awnings supported by an exterior wall which do not project more
than 54 inches (1372 mm) from the exterior wall and do not require additional
support of Group R-3 as applicable in Section 101.2 and Group U occupancies.
13. Movable cases, counters, and partitions not over 5 feet 9 inches (1753 mm) in height.
Electrical:
Repairs and maintenance: Minor repair work including the replacement
of lamps or the connection of approved portable electrical equipment to approved
permanently installed receptacles.
Gas:
1. Portable heating appliance.
2. Replacement of any minor part that does not alter approval of equipment
or make such equipment unsafe.
Mechanical:
1. Portable heating appliance.
2. Portable ventilation equipment.
3. Portable cooling unit.
4. Steam, hot, or chilled water piping within any heating or cooling equipment regulated by this code.
5. Replacement of any part which does not alter its approval or make it unsafe.
6. Portable evaporative cooler.
7. Self-contained refrigeration system containing 10 pounds (4.54 kg) or less
of refrigerant and actuated by motors of 1 horsepower (746 W) or less.
Plumbing:
1. The stopping of leaks in drains, water, soil, waste, or vent pipe provided. However
if any concealed trap, drain pipe, water, soil, waste or vent
pipe becomes defective and it becomes necessary to remove and replace the same
with new material, such work shall be considered as new work and a permit shall
be obtained and inspection made as provided in this code.
2. The clearing of stoppages or the repairing of leaks in pipes, valves, or
fixtures and the removal and reinstallation of water closets provided such
repairs do not involve or require the replacement or rearrangement of valves,
pipes, or fixtures.
Note: Even though a building permit may not be required you may still need to meet setback, yard, or height requirements. Please check here or call 468-2000 for additional information.
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