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Don't know where to start on your construction or improvement project? The "Do I Need A Permit?" tool is here to help! Answer a few questions, and the results can help you get started. If you think your work might be exempt, visit our quick-view list of work exempt from building permits

Get Started

Click the "Let's Get Started" button for the interactive tool. Completing the questionnaire takes approximately 5 minutes. The results are based on user input and should be confirmed with staff. Other permits and applications may be required for the project. 

Let's Get Started

We value your input! Please share your feedback on this tool to help us improve your experience. 

How to Save Your Session

If you can't complete the tool in a single setting, please look at these steps to save your progress and return to it later. 

 

Step 1   Click "Save and Resume Later"

Scroll to the end of the tool and click “Save and Resume Later”.
 

Save and resume later
 

 Step 2   Click "Save and get a link."

Save and get link
 

Step 3   Copy the link

Copy the link that is provided and save it in a safe place. You can use this link any time within the next 30 days to resume answering questions on the tool.
 

Step 4   Email to yourself (Optional)

As an option, enter your email to send, save, and resume the tool. 

copy the link and email it to yourself

"Save and Resume Later" is complete.

You can use this link anytime within 30 days to resume answering questions to complete the tool. Please do not reply to this email. 

save and resume later

To Resume Saved Guide, Click on Saved or Emailed Link.

With the link, the answers you have entered can be retrieved, and you will not have to start the tool at the beginning.

save and resume link for your form