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Residential Carport, Deck, Garage, Shed or Shop Checklist

Plans

  1. Site Plan
  2. Proposed Floor Plan
    • Show all dimensions, room identification, window size and type, decks, and balconies
  3. Foundation Plan and Details
    • Size, spacing and bearing locations for all framing members including stairs and attic ventilation
  4. Exterior Elevations
    • All sides; show actual grade

Documents

  1. Signed and Dated Residential Additions, Remodels, Accessory Structures Application Form
  2. Completed Stormwater Applicability Form
  3. Structural Calculations
    • Engineered Lateral Analysis: engineering for wind and seismic loads or prescriptive path
    • Beam Calculations for all beams spanning 10 feet or more, plus beams supporting or creating point load
    • Engineered Floor or Roof Systems require manufacturers’ layout, labeled i-joist or truss details and installation guides

Resources