ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT
Applying for a Residential Building Permit
Greg Miller, Building Services Administrator
311 Third Avenue/PO Box 270
Brookings, SD 57006
605-692-6629 phone
605-692-6907 fax
gmiller@cityofbrookings.org
SITE PLAN
A scaled drawing showing where the proposed structure is to be located
on the lot with dimensions of setbacks from all property lines (front,
sides and rear). The distances must be perpendicular from the property
line to the closest point of the structure. Include the direction
of drainage on the lot and elevations. Also list the lot, block and addition. Show
the driveway and sidewalk location and dimensions.
FLOOR PLAN
A scaled drawing showing the rooms and dimensions for each floor.
Also include the proposed size and location of the deck.
EXTERIOR ELEVATIONS
A scaled drawing showing the four exterior views of the structure
including the proposed finish grade line around the structure and
the bottom of the footing line.
TYPICAL
WALL SECTION
A scaled detailed drawing showing sizes and materials of the typical
exterior wall from footing to shingles. Wood foundations must show
their own specific detail! List joists, beams and bearing wall sizes
and spaces. Show ceiling and wall insulation for type and R-value.
WINDOW SCHEDULE
List all the required windows by manufacture's name, type and manufacture's
numbers. Also list rescue window locations and size of the clear
opening (when window is in a fully open position).
MISCELLANEOUS
Show the location of all smoke detectors. Provide stair detail(s)
showing rise, run and headroom. List type and size of air conditioning
and heating. List voltage and amp service. List names of owner,
general contractor, electrical, plumber and mechanical contractors.
Also list the square footage of each floor. Make sure the plans
are correct!
The building permit must be issued prior to pouring footings. Don't
forget to call (692-6629) for a footing inspection. Failure to get
a permit on time may result in an investigation FEE (doubles the
permit fee).
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