The Seattle Residential Code (SRC) Sec R105.2 allows you to build an accessory structure up to 120’, measured from eaves and overhangs, without a building permit. However, other code requirements and development standards may impact your project to the point where a permit is still required. You can contact a permit specialist by phone (see here for phone number and hours), or visit the Applicant Services Center.

It is no longer necessary to obtain a permit for a shed, green house or gazebo that are accessories to a single-family home. However, municipal bylaws must be respected. For more information, contact the (Permits Department) Service des permis at 450.698.3260. You can also stop by the (Permits Department) Service des permis counter, at 5 D'Youville Boulevard, from 9 a.m. to noon and from 1:15 to 5 p.m., from Monday to Thursday. Please note that the office is closed Friday afternoons.

Yes, a permit is required at a cost of $25. A site plan mu;st be submitted at the time of permitting.

Potentially, a permit may be required depending on the size of the structure. For a one-story structure containing 200 square feet or less, a building permit will not be required, but a zoning permit will be required to approve the location of the structure on the lot. There is not a cost for a zoning permit. For structures containing 200 square feet or more a building permit will be required which will include receiving zoning approval.

Yes, however there is an exception for one-story, detached residential storage buildings up to 200 square feet and less than 10 feet in height. No shed may encroach into side or front yard setbacks or be constructed in any public utility easement. Please call the Oregon Utility Notification Center before you dig.

Most projects will require a visit to your area Building Permit section - with plans and drawings. A "Fastrack" system is in place for certain smaller or simpler projects. Find out if you are required to get a building permit for your next project - before you start!

You need a permit if the area of the footprint of the shed or garage is 150 square feet or more; however, even if your structure is less than 150 square feet, you must contact the Zoning Division.

Sheds larger than 400 sq ft will require a foundation. A framing drawing shall be submitted (2 copies) or if the shed is prefabricated we need a copy of manufacturers literatrure. A zoning permit will also be required.

You need a level flat surface on which you can build the shed. The floor can be a level concrete pad or you can build purchase our ready to go foundation kit and lay a plywood floor on top. (we do not supply the plywood floor with the

A permit is required to build any secondary building, particularly for safety reasons. Once the form is duly completed, you must produce a construction plan (sketch) and a site plan, or even better, provide a copy of your certificate of location if you have the document in your possession. The area and number of outbuildings will vary according to the area of the existing buildings and the land, etc.

There are area limits imposed by the Zoning Ordinance. The area of all accessory uses--the area of your attached garage plus any detached garages and sheds and any other buildings (structures with roofs) on your property-- are added together. The amount permitted is either 750 square feet or 60 percent of the ground floor area of your house (not counting the attached garage) whichever is the larger of the two figures.

Yes, but it cannot be above the fence line. Metal or other backyard storage sheds detached from the house are allowed when they are no higher than the homes surrounding block wall and limited to 100 sq. feet in area. Such a shed needs no Architectural approval because it can't be seen from the street or neighboring property.

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Only if the shed is more than 100 sq. ft. in floor area. However, ALL sheds are still subject to the Zoning Ordinance requirement for setbacks. If you're not sure what your setback requirement is please call the bureau. Depending on the scope of work and/or the associated construction cost, plans may have to be stamped and sealed by a design professional.

Yes. A shed 200 square feet and under does not require inspections. Sheds over 200 square feet must have a permanent foundation and require plan review and inspections.

A building permit is not required for fences up to 72 inches and freestanding masonry walls up to 48 inches in height above the height of the adjacent grade. All fences over 72 inches and walls over 48 inches require permits. In all cases, you must check with the Planning Division on Zoning regulations applicable to all fences. For more information see Wood & Masonry Fences, Form 4604.