Custom house plans are for new homes that are built for a specific site and are not intended to be used at multiple locations. The plans are reviewed for compliance with building codes, zoning ordinance, grading and drainage requirements, and any other applicable requirements. The following outlines the custom plan review process.

The customer submits proposed building plans to the residential permit counter, using the residential plan submittal plan review checklist, along with a completed construction permit / plan review application1. All submittals must include two sets of plans and calculations, and plot plan1 showing the lot and orientation of house on the lot. Staff will review the submittal for completeness, and if complete will collect the review fees. If incomplete, the customer must make corrections or provide additional information and return the submittal to the residential permit counter for re-review. Staff reviews the plan for compliance with adopted city codes, design review requirements, and any approved site plan conditions of approval. If corrections are required, staff will contact the customer to pick up the plans at the plan pick-up counter, make corrections, and re-submit the plans to the residential permit counter for review. When the plans are approved, the customer will be notified that the plans are ready for issuance of a building permit. The customer pays the permit fees1 at the cashier counter, and the building permit is issued. (Note: Grading and drainage or hillside permits, if required, must be obtained before issuance of the building permit.)

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