Permits
When Permits Are Required
Permits are required when there is new construction to a building, as well as some repair work or alterations to an existing structure. In addition, when a building is to be remodeled, renovated or enlarged, a permit is required. New work consists of any new construction, commercial or residential, from vacant ground to a completed new structure. Projects such as maintenance and cosmetic do not require a permit.
Building / Demolishing Permits Required For
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Repair / Replacement Permits
Permits are required for repairs or replacement of the parts of a building related to the structural integrity and systems related to Mechanical, Electrical, or Plumbing. General maintenance does not require a permit such as:
- any portable cooling unit;
- any portable evaporative cooler;
- any portable heating appliance;
- any portable ventilation equipment;
- any self-contained refrigeration system containing 10lb(4.54kg) or less of refrigerant and actuated by motors of 1 horsepower ( 746W) or less;
- any steam, hot or chilled water piping within any heating or cooling equipment regulated by code;
- replacement of any part which does not alter its approval or make it unsafe
Purpose & Need of Building Permit
There is often considerable concern about the purpose of and need for building permits. The requirement of building permits is mandated by the adoption by the city of Sherman of the International Building, Fire, Mechanical and Plumbing Codes and the National Electrical Code. The purpose of permits is to ensure conformity of the adopted codes by allowing qualified city inspectors to investigate and examine the work. The Building and Zoning Office is located in City Hall, 220 W. Mulberry, Sherman, TX 75090.
Applications:
- Backflow Prevention Assembly Test Form
- Building Permit Application
- Certificate of Occupancy Permit Application
Documents:
- Building Permit Application Checklist (New Construction)
- Fee Schedule
- Irrigator Checklist for Final Inspection
- Lawn Irrigator Regulations
- Registered Backflow Testers