What should I do if my permit has expired?
Don't let your permit expire. We have a simplistic approach to extend permits. Permit-Plan Check Extension Application Form. Once a permit has expired, a new permit will be required to be issued to resolve the expired permit. The following will be required:
The owner completes and submits a new permit application
Obtain all departments re-approval; there may be additional fees from other departments: Planning, Environmental Health, Public Works, Air Pollution, etc.
New plans and related documents may be required (this will be reviewed at the time of submitting the new permit application)
$98.20/hour with a 1-hour minimum for any applicable Plan Check. New codes will apply to unfinished work, if applicable (from current Fee Schedule)
$98.20/inspection, multiplied by the number of inspections to complete the project (from current Fee Schedule)
$98.20 Administrative fee (from current Fee Schedule)
$20 Records fee minimum ($1.40/page-Plans and $.60/page-Letter/legal) (from current Fee Schedule)
What should I do if my permit is going to expire and I cannot complete the project before it will expire?
If no other extension has been granted, complete a "Permit-Plan Check Extension Application" form. Sign, date, and submit it to the Building Department before the expiration date for approval.
What should I do if my first extension is going to expire and I cannot complete the project?
Request a second extension. Second extensions require justifiable cause. Complete the "Permit-Plan Check Extension Application" sign, date and submit to the Building Department with payment of the $98.20 Administrative Fee, before the permit expiration date for approval.
What should I do if my second extension is going to expire?
Most communities afford six (6) month permits, with a one-time extension. Placer County recognizes the diverse building climate, and therefore affords two permit extensions for a possible permit validity of 4 years. No other extensions can be granted. A new permit must be applied for before it has expired, with the following requirements:
The owner completes and submits a new permit application
Obtain all departments re-approval; there may be additional fees from other departments: Planning, Environmental Health, Public Works, Air Pollution, etc.
New plans and related documents may be required (this will be reviewed at the time of submitting the new permit application)
$98.20/hour with a 1-hour minimum for any applicable Plan Check. New codes will apply to unfinished work, if applicable (from current Fee Schedule)
$98.20/inspection, multiplied by the number of inspections to complete the project (from current Fee Schedule)
$98.20 Administrative fee (from current Fee Schedule)
$20 Records fee minimum ($1.40/page-Plans and $.60/page-Letter/legal) (from current Fee Schedule)
Do I need to apply for a Minor Use Permit to continue the use of the temporary dwelling when extending my building permit?
Yes. A Minor Use Permit (MUP) is required to continue the use of the temporary dwelling if the project has not been completed within the first two (2) years of the building permit. The MUP is issued through the Planning Department and may take 6-8 weeks for approval; please verify the timeline with the Planning Department. The MUP approval must be completed before the building permit can be extended. The Building Permit-Plan Check Extension Application must be filed before the building permit expires.
Do I need a permit for a storage shed or small building?
No. Per CBC 105.2 work exempt from Permit. One-story detached accessory buildings used as tool and storage sheds, playhouses, and similar uses, provided the floor area does not exceed 120 square feet. However, if the structure has electrical or plumbing a permit would be required for these items. Please contact Planning Department for required setbacks from property lines for such structures.
What are the minimum stairway requirements?
Residential Stairs, The minimum width of stairways is 36”.
Rise and Run: The rise of steps and stairs shall not be less than 4 inches nor more than 73/4 inches. The greatest riser height within a flight of stairs shall not exceed the smallest by more than 3/8 inch. The run shall not be less than 11 inches. Stair treads shall be of uniform size and shape, except the largest tread run within any flight of stairs shall not exceed the smallest by more than 3/8 inch.
Headroom: Every stairway shall have a headroom clearance of not less than 6 feet 8 inches.
Is a permit required to replace a deck?
Yes. If the deck is attached to the structure and is part of the egress components. If the deck is free standing and away from the structure a permit would not be required unless the deck is elevated 30” or higher above grade.
Does the County require engineering when replacing composition roof covering with tile?
Yes. An engineer’s letter would be required to verify the existing structural framing of the roof. This is to assure that the existing roof framing is adequate for support of the new tile roof.
Pressure testing requirements for PE, Iron, or Copper water distribution systems?
Polyethylene gas pipe pressure test requirements shall be no less than 1.5 times the proposed maximum working pressure, but not less than 3psi irrespective of design pressure for 15 minute time period.
Iron (ferrous gas piping) Pipe shall be protected from corrosion by approved coatings, or wrapping materials, or by any other approved manner. Pressure test requirements shall be no less than 1.5 times the proposed maximum working pressure, but not less than 3psi irrespective of design pressure for 15 minute time period.
Copper water pipe pressure test is 50psi or operating pressure.
What are the driveway construction requirements?
See fire safe driveway handout
How do I determine setback requirements?
Planning Department determines allowable setbacks from property lines to structures. If a setback variance is needed, the Fire Department and Building Department may have special conditions applied to the construction of proposed structure.
How do you locate leach lines for septic systems?
Please contact Environmental Health Department for requirements.
What can be installed in an easement?