Frequently Asked Questions

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  • For commercial developments, a Plan of Development is required if over 10,000 square feet of land is disturbed. 

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  • Download our Plan of Development Applications online, or you may also obtain them from the Department of Planning and Community Development, City Hall, first floor.
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  • Variance request applications are available online in the Planning Application Package, or may be obtained from the Department of Planning and Community Development, City Hall, first floor.
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  • To secure relief from the Board of Zoning Appeals, you must file an application and meet with the Board of Zoning Appeals at a public hearing.
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  • Sign permit applications are available in our Planning Application Package online, or may be obtained from the Department of Planning and Community Development, City Hall, first floor.
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  • Signage allowed is based on a formula that considers the length of the structure. The maximum signage allowed is 350 square feet.
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  • Yes, you need a sign permit for any change other than routine maintenance.
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  • Maximum height allowed for a fence in the rear yard is 7 feet.
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  • Yes, when you add a new fence (which is not part of a swimming pool enclosure). Fences must be 7 feet or less in height for side yards and rear yards, and 42" or less in height for front yards. Also, refer to subdivision covenants (if applicable).
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  • Eligible activities or repairs include but are not limited to:
    • Faulty porches and steps
    • Faulty roofs
    • Lead-based paint testing
    • Unsafe electrical, heating or plumbing systems

    Ineligible activities consist of:
    • Repairs of a cosmetic nature
    • Repairs to garages or any structure not attached to the living unit
    • Repairs to sheds
    • Unnecessary physical improvements
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  • Fence permit applications are available in our Planning Application Package online, or may be obtained from the Department of Planning and Community Development, City Hall, first floor.
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