WHAT IS THE RESIDENTIAL "FAST TRACK" PERMIT PROCESS?

The residential fast track or "walk-through" process is an abbreviated permit review and approval process developed to expedite (in most cases, over-the-counter) building permits for minor single-family-dwelling one story additions/alterations and for construction of accessory structures. Single-family dwellings include one-and two-family detached dwellings and townhouses that are up to and including three stories above grade plane and all their accessory structures.

WHAT TYPES OF PROJECTS QUALIFY FOR THE "FAST TRACK" PROCESS?

Examples of qualifying projects are:

• Small additions, such as one story garages, sun rooms, decks, and dormers



• Alterations, such as remodeling a kitchen or bathroom, finishing an attic or basement, or re-configuring a floor plan



• Minor structural repairs or replacement



• Detached accessory/miscellaneous structures, such as fences and retaining walls, sheds, pools, and antennas

WHAT IS THE PROCESS?

A completed building permit application must be submitted. The application must be accompanied by two copies of the site plan, as appropriate, and two copies of the construction drawings in sufficient detail to show the nature and scope of the proposed work. The plans must be prepared in accordance with Home Improvement Guide and Additions and Alterations Plan Submittal Guidelines

NOTE: Deficient permit applications and plans will be rejected and returned to the applicant with an explanation of the supplemental information or corrections needed for approval. Rejected permits may be processed with original application at a later date.

WHEN WILL THE PERMIT BE READY?

Most fast track permits can be issued "while you wait." Permits for more complicated projects are taken in and processed as soon as possible. Actual processing time may vary according to the volume/complexity of plans in the process.