Address Assignments

Before issuing a building permit, an official address must be assigned to ensure proper property identification for emergency services, utilities, and records. If an address isn’t already established, applicants must coordinate with the local agency responsible for address assignments. For help, contact the issuing agency for your county and they will guide you through the process.

Driveway Permits

A driveway permit is a formal authorization required to construct, modify, or maintain a driveway that connects private property to a public road or right-of-way. These permits are typically issued by local or state government agencies to ensure that driveway designs meet safety, environmental, and traffic flow standards. The permitting process often involves submitting an application with detailed site plans showing the proposed driveway’s location, dimensions, and specifications. Agencies will review these plans to evaluate potential impacts on road safety, drainage, and nearby infrastructure. In many cases, inspections are conducted during or after construction to ensure compliance with approved plans. Driveway permits are particularly important for new developments, properties on high-traffic roads, or locations with specific zoning or environmental restrictions. The goal is to balance property access with public safety and infrastructure integrity

Sewer and Water Authorities

Projects that involve connecting to municipal sewer or water services must be reviewed and approved by the local sewer and water authority. This ensures proper system capacity, compliance with regulations, and safe installation. Before a building permit can be issued, the sewer and water authority may need to verify connection availability, assess fees, and approve plans for any new or modified connections. If your project includes exterior improvements or utility work, it’s important to check with us to determine if a review by the sewer and water authority is required.

Soil Erosion Permits

A soil erosion permit ensures that your project complies with regulations designed to prevent soil erosion and protect nearby waterways. This is especially important for projects involving excavation, grading, or other land-disturbing activities. Before a permit can be issued, the responsible agency must review your plans to confirm that proper erosion control measures, such as silt fences or retaining walls, are in place to minimize environmental impact. If your project involves site work or ground disturbance within 500 feet of a body of water or an exaction area of 1 acre or more, a soil erosion permit, check with us to determine if a soil erosion permit is required.

Well/Septic and Perc Testing

If your project requires a well or septic system, approvals are necessary to ensure compliance with health and environmental standards. This often includes a perc test to evaluate soil suitability for septic systems and confirm proper drainage. Before a permit can be issued, the local health department must review and approve your plans for well and septic installation to ensure the systems function safely and meet regulatory requirements for water quality and waste management. If your project involves exterior improvements, it may need to be reviewed by the local health department to ensure the changes do not encroach on well head isolation distances, the drain field, or the reserve area and is adequately sized to accommodate your improvement.

Zoning Approval

Zoning approval is a critical step to ensure your project complies with local land use and development regulations, such as setbacks, permitted uses, lot coverage, and building height. Before a permit can be issued, the zoning authority must review and confirm that the proposed project aligns with these requirements to maintain orderly development and compatibility with surrounding properties. If your project involves exterior improvements—such as new structures, additions, or significant changes to your property—it’s best to check with us to determine if zoning approval is required. You may need to submit site plans, property details, or other documentation for review.

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