Building & Safety
:: Over the Counter Plan Review Thresholds

Depending on the complexity of your project and the completeness of your plans and adherence to code, the Plans Examiner may be able to process your permit over-the-counter.

Building ImagesIf the project is too complex, then it will be either placed in our 24-hour behind-the-counter review process or our 2-week behind-the-counter review process. Below is a list of the permits we can process over-the-counter on most occasions.

  • Swimming Pools and Spas Patio Covers *
  • Second Story Decks *
  • ICBO listed Awnings, Patio Covers, Patio Enclosures and Car Ports
  • Residential Retaining Walls *
  • Masonry Garden Walls *
  • Re-roofs
  • Window Replacements
  • New Exterior Siding
  • Residential Additions or Remodels (less than 500 square feet and single story)
  • Accessory Detached Structures (less than 750 square feet and single story)
  • Minor Tenant Improvements (less than 3000 square feet and no food service)
  • Residential Electrical Meter Upgrades
  • Minor Plumbing or Mechanical Repairs or Replacements
  • Minor Fire Damage Repairs

*Using our City Standard Drawings

 
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