Home Improvement and Repair Chart

What Projects Require Permits, Plot Plans, or Building Plans?

* Submit manufacturer's instructions on fireplace.
Project
Permit
Plot Plan
Building Plan
Install exterior siding
No
No
No
Install insulation
Yes
No
No
Build or remove partitions, finish recreation room or basement
Yes
No
Yes
Install prefabricated fireplace
Yes
No
No *
Build masonry chimney for stove
Yes
No
No
Build masonry fireplace
Yes
No
No
Construct an entrance into a basement
Yes
No
Yes
Construct or excavate a basement under existing dwelling
Yes
No
Yes
Build concrete patio on grade
No
No
No
Build above grade deck, porch, or patio
Yes
Yes
Yes
Build roof for deck, porch, or patio
Yes
Yes
Yes
Replace porch or deck flooring
No
No
No
Repair steps using same materials and dimensions
No
No
No
Relocate stairs
Yes
No
No
Add dormer windows to house
Yes
No
Yes
Lay hardwood or asphalt tile floor on a subfloor
No
No
No
Install kitchen cabinets and ceiling
No
No
No