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The Community Development Department contracts with the Building Department LLC to provide Building Official services.
The Building Department has five major responsibilities in Cottage Grove:
- Providing plan review on building, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing permit applications
- Providing inspection services
- Providing support and assistance to other city departments
- Enforcing building & specialty code requirements
- Providing public information
Contact information:
Shawn Eaton, Building Official/Inspector/Plans Examiner
144 E. 14th Avenue, Eugene, OR 97401
Direct: (541) 684-3591
Fax: (541) 484-6859
Inspection: (541) 942-9758
Email: shawn@thebldgdept.com
FAQs
The following Frequently Asked Question fact sheets are available through The Building Department LLC website:
When am I required to get a building permit?
When am I required to get a electrical permit?
When am I required to get a plumbing permit?
When am I required to get a mechanical permit?
Why do I have to buy a permit to build on my own property?
Who is responsible for obtaining permits?
How do I obtain a construction permit?
When can I start work?
How do I get an inspection?
When am I required to obtain local zoning approval?
Where do I get permits?
Can I get a permit application by mail or fax?
How do I determine fees for a permit?
When does my permit expire?
Why do I need a plumbing permit to replace or install a water heater?
When do I have to hire an architect or engineer to design my project and prepare the plans?
When are plans required?
What technical information do I need to submit with my plans?
Can a permit be issued before the plan review is approved?
How can I contact a plans examiner or inspector?
What's the reason for the surcharge on all building permits?
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