When do I need a zoning permit?

A zoning permit is required whenever your project involves placing, constructing, expanding, altering, or demolishing a physical structure on your property or changing the use of your property. The permit confirms that the work you are proposing is allowed by the Zoning Ordinance. Some common projects requiring a zoning permit include:

• New or altered buildings including new homes, room additions, garages, and accessory buildings (including storage sheds).
• Fences – not including natural hedges, bushes or trees.
• Driveways – whenever the location of a curb cut, or footprint of a driveway changes.
• New window or door openings. Replacement windows or doors that alter the size or shape of existing structures. * Porches, decks, swimming pools. * Signs and exterior lighting.