The city of Santa Clarita requires all construction activity to be covered by a valid permit. Some examples of construction activity that require a permit include:
• Construction of new buildings
• Construction of tenant improvements
• Additions and remodels
• Installation of signs
• Upgrading service panels
• Adding or moving outlets, lights, switches or other electrical equipment
• Adding or moving registers, ducts, or mechanical equipment
• Adding or moving plumbing lines or plumbing fixtures
• Patio covers and decks
• Pools and spas
• Retaining walls supporting a surcharge
• Fences over 42 inches high
• Accessory structures
• Re-roofs
• Re-pipes
• Water heater change-outs
• Window and door change-outs
• Drywall replacement
• Repairs of damaged areas

Know your permits
There are five types of building permits available from the city of Santa Clarita for a construction project. They are:
• Building Permit — A building permit covers construction of the building and may include related trades only if specifically indicated on the permit.
• Mechanical Permit — A mechanical permit covers construction of the mechanical systems of a building. If this work is being performed in conjunction with building construction, it should be noted on the permit application so it can be included in the building permit.
• Electrical Permit — An electrical permit covers construction of the electrical systems of a building. If this work is being performed in conjunction with building construction, it should be noted on the permit application so it can be included in the building permit.
• Plumbing Permit — A plumbing permit covers construction of the fire sprinkler system, gas lines and the plumbing lines and fixtures of a building. If this work is being performed in conjunction with building construction, it should be noted on the permit application so it can be included in the building permit.
• Sewer Permit — A sewer permit covers construction of the drain lines outside the building. If this work is being performed in conjunction with building construction, it should be noted on the permit application so it can be included in the building permit.

Applications for each of the above noted permits can be downloaded to your printer from the city Web site at: www.santa-clarita.com/cityhall/pbs/building/forms.asp.

SOURCE: www.santa-clarita.com

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