Most home construction or repair projects on single-family and duplex structures require a permit. You do not need a permit for the following work:
- Painting (interior and exterior), papering, tiling, floor coverings, refinishing wood floors, countertops, carpeting, cabinets, curtains, or drapes
- Replacing like-for-like electrical fixtures, such as lights and fans
- Replacing like-for-like plumbing fixtures, such as faucets and sinks
- Reconnecting furnaces, air conditioning units, boilers, or electric water heaters
- General repairs that do not involve altering or changing the existing plumbing or electrical system
- Drywall, if patching or replacing one sheet no larger than 4 feet by 8 feet
- Installing entertainment centers and bookcases, provided that no new electrical outlets are involved
Note: A wastewater, zoning, or fire permit may be required even if a building permit is not.