What work is exempted from obtaining a building permit?
• One-story detached accessory buildings not exceeding eight (8) feet in height and not exceeding 120 square feet projected roof area. • Exterior decks or walkways that do not exceed 120 square feet and are not greater than thirty (30) inches in height from the deck-walking surface to natural grade. • Wood fences not exceeding six (6) feet in height measured from the bottom of the footing to the top of the fence located on non-street frontage property lines. • Retaining walls less than four (4) feet in height as measured from the base of the footing to the top of the wall, unless supporting a surcharge. • Painting, papering, and similar finish work. Keep in mind that all proposed work must conform to Town Zoning Ordinance and Design Guidelines whether or not a building permit is required.
