Reference Guides

The Department of Planning, Building & Development has developed a set of reference guides to help answer important questions regarding construction, safety, demolition and much more.

Guides for Download

  1. Additions (PDF)
  2. Alterations (PDF)
  3. Basement Finishing (PDF)
  4. Building a New Home (PDF)
  5. CO2, Nitrogen and Helium Storage or System Installation (PDF)
  6. Commercial Signs (PDF)
  7. Decks (PDF)
  8. Demolition (PDF)
  1. Egress Windows (PDF)
  2. Garages and Sheds (PDF)
  3. Handrails in Historic Districts (PDF)
  4. Online Permit, Payment and Inspection Request Processes (PDF)
  5. Plan Review Meeting (PDF)
  6. Roof and Sump Pump Drainage and Discharge (PDF)
  7. Smoke Alarms (PDF)
  8. What Type and When a License is Required (PDF)