• Complete and sign a Building Permit Application Form.  Include an estimated valuation of the project and list all of the required subcontractors as applicable for the project.
  • Submit a Site Plan on a minimum paper size of 8 ½” x 11” or email a PDF file. Plans shall include the entire property and provide a north arrow for reference. Show the proposed footprint of the structure on the lot and provide distances to property lines and existing structures. Label any bordering roads.
  • The proposed structure shall be staked on the site and the property pins located. The applicant will need to call the PDS office when completed if not done at time of application.
  • New single-family dwellings, dwelling additions with a footprint of 1,000 square feet or greater, and any structure with a ground disturbance greater than one quarter (1/4) acre (including grading) shall submit a Soil Erosion and Sediment Control plan.
  • Submit Building Plans on a minimum paper size of 8 ½” x 11” or email a PDF file. Plans shall include dimension lines or be drawn to scale. Provide sufficient information for the building official to ascertain the scope of the project. List the finished and unfinished square footage of the proposed structure.
    • A Foundation Plan shall show the layout of foundation walls, footings, and piers, with sizes and dimensions.
    • A Floor Plan for each floor shall show the arrangement of rooms, which shall be labeled as to their intended purpose. Show window sizes and type, door sizes and type, and direction of door swing.
    • An Elevation View shall show each side of the building, grade height, and exterior components.
    • A Cross Section shall show floor, wall, and roof framing with sizes and spacing of members. Provide heights of crawl spaces, floors, and ceilings. Show footings, foundation walls, and finish grade. Show roof and exterior wall materials, including pitch of roof. Insulation components shall be labeled.  Any insulation values that do not meet code shall be supplemented with RESCheck or HERS Rating software documentation to verify compliance.
  • New homes, and additions to existing homes of more than 25%, shall meet the visit-ability standards found in Section R320 of the Johnson County Building Code. These provisions shall be shown on the building plans.
  • New homes and commercial buildings shall apply for a waste water permit from the Johnson County Public Health Department.

 


(Version: 12 June 2019)