Residential Construction process (pdf) - City of Southfield

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July 6, 2006BEFORE STARTING CONSTRUCTIONBefore beginning a building project, whether new construction, alterations or repairs, the homeownerand/or builder should be aware that permits may be required.As a general rule, any construction involving a structural change to a building, complete or partialrehabilitation or renovation, new or re-roofing, or any new construction, will require a building permit.Work not requiring permits includes: most routine maintenance and repair, such as painting, caulking,vinyl sheet flooring, new cabinets and tuckpointing.It is important to note that the City of Southfield and State of Michigan Law requires separate permits forelectrical, plumbing, and heating systems. Homeowners should take care to select qualified, licensedcontractors to perform this work.PERMITS ARE A NECESSITYBuilding permit guidelines in the City of Southfield have been instituted to protect the public health,safety and welfare. The process protects residents from the hazards of unsafe construction and helpsresidents understand local laws and ordinances. Since the City of Southfield requires all builders to belicensed by the State of Michigan, residents can be assured the companies and independent contractorsthey employ for construction on their property meet State licensing requirements.By obtaining a building permit, residents provide code officials with the means to inspect constructionsites, ensuring that acceptable standards are met and appropriate materials used. The City of Southfieldappreciates the cooperation of its residents and licensed builders.Any approvals required from the Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) must be obtained prior to the issuanceof a building permit. ZBA approvals are required for moving any structure into or within the City, or forany waiver required by an administrative body at the City. Obtain ZBA applications at the counter of theBuilding Department at Southfie ld City Hall, 26000 Evergreen Road (at Civic Center Drive).Existing structures to be moved into or within the City require a special preliminary inspection from theBuilding Department; a house-moving permit from the Traffic Engineering Department; and additionalclearances/permits coordinated through Traffic Engineering, (248) 796-4860.WHAT TYPES OF CONSTRUCTION NEED A BUILDING PERMITA building permit is a license giving legal permission to begin construction of a building project. Allresidential construction requires a building permit. Builders must be licensed by the State of Michigan.Contractors for electrical, mechanical and plumbing also are licensed by the State of Michigan.Typical projects requiring building permits include, but are not limited to:• New buildings• Additions• Renovations• Demolitions• Prefabricated structures• Electrical systems• Plumbing systems- 2 -
• Heating, air conditioning, or ventilating• Temporary buildings• Miscellaneous residential including fireplaces, pools, decks, re-roofing or new roof, sheds andgarages• Miscellaneous commercial projects (parking lots, etc.)The following repairs are considered normal maintenance if they are not part of a structural addition orcompletion and will not increase the property’s assessed valuatio n. These projects still may requirepermits. Check with the Building Department before beginning any of these projects to determine if apermit is needed:• Outside painting• Repairing or replacing siding, roof, porches, steps, sidewalks or driveways• Repainting, repairing or replacing existing masonry• Replacement of awnings• Adding or replacing gutters and downspoutsRESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION PERMIT PROCEDURESThere are four City of Southfield departments from which approvals must be obtained in order toconstruct a new home in the City. The four departments are the Planning Department, EngineeringDepartment, Building Department and Water & Sewerage Department. Applicants are encouraged tosubmit complete plans and associated paperwork to all departments simultaneously to expedite theapproval process.Each department involved in the process requires specific documentation to be filed and fees to be paid inadvance. No building or site construction can commence until initial approvals are obtained from all fourdepartments. A final Certificate of Occupancy will not be given until all requirements are met.The four city departments (as listed above) will provide information and answer any questions regardingthe building permit application. The Building Department works in conjunction with the departments ofEngineering, Planning and Water & Sewerage.PLANNING DEPARTMENT REVIEW PROCEDURESInitial RequirementsStep 1: Submit 2 sets of Tree Survey Plans superimposed onto the Engineered Site Plans (signed andsealed by a registered Engineer or Surveyor). There is no fee for the tree removal permit.Include the following information on the tree survey/site plan:• Location of all trees of 8" caliper and over on the site and 25' beyond the property line. Inthe instances where very large lots are being developed, locate all trees 50' beyond thelimit of construction.• The tree number (Trees need to be tagged in the field by a survey crew).• The tree name (Species).• The caliper size (Diameter at Breast Height, DBH) of the tree.• The crown spread of the tree. (The width of the tree crown, outside branch tip to outsidebranch tip).• The rating of the tree (A sliding scale with A = excellent condition to D=poor, dead or indecline).• The elevation at the base of the tree.- 3 -
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