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1. Do I need an occupancy permit?

Yes. Occupancy permits are required for both residential and commercial properties. All permits must be paid in person; cash, checks, money orders, debit or credit cards are accepted.

2. What is required to get a residential occupancy permit?

To get a residential occupancy permit, you will need proof of ownership or authorization to occupy residential property form, a photo ID, birth certificates for children to show proof of relationship, a complete application, and the $40 fee.

*An inspection is required when there is a change in occupancy and/or ownership. The inspection must be requested by the property owner and a fee of $40 must be paid separate from the occupancy permit fee. The fee must be paid in person; cash, checks, money orders, debit or credit cards are accepted.

3. What is required to get a commercial occupancy permit?

For a commercial occupancy permit, you will need a signed lease, the applicant’s photo ID, a detailed floor plan for the business set to scale and/or architect-sealed, a complete application, and the $100 fee. The fee must be paid in person by cash, check, or money order. No debit or credit cards.

4. What types of projects require a permit for my home?

There are several residential projects that require a permit: decks, driveways, fences, framing, drywall, electrical - new service, new panel, adding outlets, adding lights, adding switches, re-wiring, etc. – plumbing, to include new pipes, new bathroom, relocating toilets, tubs, sinks, etc., furnaces, air conditioning, water heaters, retaining walls three (3) feet or taller), sheds, and more.

Always check with Public Works before starting a project to verify any permit needs.

5. What do I need and where do I go to get a permit?

For permits, you’ll need a set of plans, a plot and/or survey of your property for outside projects, and a complete application. For new construction and larger projects, other items are needed. Please check with Public Works for details.
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6. How do I report a pothole or problem with my street?

Please complete a Request for Service Form and provide contact information in case more details are needed to locate and/or address your concern.

7. What do City Inspectors look for during inspections?

The following is provided as a basic guideline of items that the inspectors will look for through the course of an inspection:

Roof	Chimney and Flues	Sewer Vents	Driveway Surface & Walkways
Exterior Walls/Siding	Roof Trim	Soffit	Attic Vents
Windows/Prime and Storm	Screens	Porch and Steps	Carport/Garage
Exterior Doors	Patio	House Bib Faucets	Air-condition Disconnect
Exterior Electrical Witing	Electric Service	Outlet/Fixtures	Garage (detached)
Accessory Structures	Yard Areas	Trees & Shrubs	Insect Infestation
Rodent Harborage	Fencing	Public Sidewalk	Trash & Debris
Open Storage	Derelict Vehicles

8. How do I report issues with a tree that I think is in the public right-of-way?

Please complete a Request for Service Form (link from site?) and provide contact information in case more details are needed to locate and/or address your concern.

Please be aware that trees in individual yards, in the rear of properties, and behind individual properties are generally not City right-of-way trees.

Trees may be within MSD creek areas or are part of the common ground of a subdivision. We will assist in determining who is responsible for these types of trees as needed.