Other Permits


Other Permits


Change of Occupancy Permit

Required when there is a change in the use of the building, even if there is no construction.  Also known as the ordinance permit list below.


Demolition Permit

Required before work begins to demolish all or a portion of a structure from the property.  (Final inspection also serves as notification to remove the structure from the tax rolls.)


Moving Permit

Required when moving a structure into the city, from one city lot to another, or from one location to another on the same lot.  Moving permits will not be issued until a Building permit is approved at the new location.  In most cases, unless too far to drive, a pre-inspection is required.


Assembly Permit

If a building is classified as an assembly occupancy, then one or more of the following permits is needed: 1) to operate places of assembly, 2) to have candles and open flames in assembly areas, and/or 3) to conduct a carnival or fair.


Tent Permit

There are three types of permits that may commonly be called tent permits: 1) to erect or operate an air-supported temporary membrane structure, 2) a tent in excess 200 square feet, and 3) a canopy in excess of 400 square feet.  The exception to this is for structures used exclusively for camping.


Ordinance Permit

The purpose of an Ordinance Permit is to determine that a structure is safe to occupy.  It is required when moving a building or moving into an existing building, even if there is no construction work.

The process is as follows:

  • Request an ordinance inspection.
  • Building, mechanical, electrical and plumbing inspectors will go to the location and conduct an inspection.
  • Inspectors will list any deficiencies on their reports.
  • Appropriate trade permits can then be requested to make the required correction(s) if applicable.
  • Applicant must provide roof access when roof equipment is present.

Health Permit

Required for operational facilities of food, daycare centers, public swimming pools, spas, hotels and motels, and bed and breakfast facilities.  Contact the Health Department, Consumer Health Division.


Storm Water Discharge Permit

Federal EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) permit required for construction projects that are five acres or larger.  This also applies to a project that is part of a common plan of development of five acres or larger.  Contact the Environmental Management Department, Construction Inspections.