Plan Review (for building permits)
(972) 721-2371 Phone
(972) 721-2481 Fax
***We have just adopted the 2006 international codes. The codes will be effective January 1, 2010. See The "Amendments and Ordinances" link to the left.*** Frequently Asked Questions: Q: Where can I get a copy of the code books? A: Most of the code books can be found in the library for reference or can be purchased at a large bookstore or ordered from the International Code Council. Q: What is the plan review/permit process? A: Click on the link above that says Commercial Permits or Residential Permits. Q: Where do I find parking calculations? A: The Zoning Ordinance has that information. Contact a Planner in the Planning division at (972) 721-2424. Q: How many plans examiners are there? A: A total of four: two specialize in residential and the other two mainly review commercial plans. Q: I just applied for a new commercial permit. How do I get an address assigned? A: When you submit for a building permit, it is part of the plan review. The address(es) will be sent to the applicant with the plan correction list. Q: How do I document that my building plans are in compliance with the International Energy Conservation Code? A: Energy compliance for new commercial buildings and new single-family dwellings can be more easily determined by downloading and using free software available at: www.energycodes.gov for commercial and http://ic3.tamu.edu/ for residential. An IC3 certificate is required for residential and a ComCheck is required for commercial projects. Be sure to select the 2006 edition of the Internation Energy Conservation Code (IECC). Q: How long will it take to look at a commercial building? A: Our current turn-around time on new commercial projects is 6 business days. We try turn revisions in 3 days. Remodels/finish-outs take around 4-5 business days. Q: How long will my residential permit take to get approved? A: Residential remodels/additions are done at the counter and new houses take about 3 days. Townhouses take about 5 business days. Q: What are the two biggest items that will hold up my permit? A: Platting and Zoning. If you are adding a building to a property, please check with a Planner in the Planning division at (972) 721-2424 to make sure your property is platted and is zoned for what you want to do. Those two things can delay a permit for at least two months. Q: Can I submit the plat/zoning case and the building permit at the same time? A: We prefer you wait until the plat/zoning case is scheduled for public hearing since the turnaround time for plan review is only 6 days. Q: I have a question that I cannot find an answer to on this Web site. What do I do? A: Call us at 972-721-2371 or email us here: Question |
