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Electrical Permits:
The City of Cottage Grove Building Department also issues
electrical permits. Electrical plan review and inspections are performed under
contract by the Building Department LLC.
All applications for electrical permits must be filed with the City of Cottage
Grove.
Public Facilities and Services:
The City of Cottage Grove Public Works Department reviews
applications for compliance with Public Works standards, such as sidewalks,
driveway access, water, sewer and storm service, etc. To discuss project
requirements or get copies of our standards, contact Ron Bradsby, City
Engineer, at engineer@cottagegrove.org.
Fire Code:
The South Lane Fire and Rescue Department provides review of
development projects for compliance with fire code. To discuss future projects
or ask for fire code information, please contact Fire Marshal Andy McClean at
the Cottage Grove Fire Hall, (541) 942-4493, or via e-mail at amclean@southlanefire.org.
Building Permit Plans Checklist
(use this checklist
to make sure you have all necessary information on your building plans prior to
submittal)
Sign Permit Checklist
(use this checklist to make sure you have all necessary information on your sign permit plans prior to submittal)
Site Plans
(lists site plan requirements and gives an
example)
Floor Plans
(lists required details for floor plans
and gives an example)
Demolition Permits
(a checklist on requirements for
Demolition permits)
Frame Covered Canopies
(reviews when you do and do
not need a permit for a frame covered canopy)
Does my project require a permit?
How can I obtain a building permit?
Does the City of Cottage Grove issue my permit?
Who is responsible for obtaining permits?
What technical information do I need to submit with my plans?
Do I need an architect or engineer to design my project
and prepare the plans?
When do I need an electrical, mechanical or plumbing
permit?
How long will it take to receive a construction permit?
When can I start work?
When do I call for inspections?
When does my permit expire?
Who do I call if I think construction is taking place
without a permit?
How do I obtain a Certificate of Occupancy?
What kind of construction information can I get from
staff at the permit center or by phone?
What types of permits are required for a manufactured
dwelling?
Where can I get information on the various codes?
Does my project require a permit?
Oregon law requires you obtain permits, even if you build on
your own property – to ensure that minimum building standards are met for your own safety, and
for the safety of future property owners and occupants. To find out if your work
requires a permit, call (541) 942-3340 or see below.
A: Commercial Projects
Building permits are not required for the following work on commercial buildings:
NOTE: A building permit is required for all other work on commercial buildings.
B. Residential Projects
Permits are required for the following residential projects:
Building permits are not required for the following projects:
If you have questions on whether or not your project requires a permit, call (541) 942-3340.
C. Major Repairs
You do not need a permit for major repairs if the structural framework of the house will not be altered by the repair you are making.
There are limits on the repairs that tenants and homeowners can make. Be sure to check on whether the building changes you are planning are permitted before you apply for a permit.
When making repairs following a fire or other natural disaster, you’ll need a building permit if the repairs affect any of the following:
How can I obtain a building permit?
Building permits are issued at the City of Cottage Grove
Community Development Department, located in City Hall at 400 E. Main Street.
For information on permit requirements, call (541) 942-3340 or e-mail planning@cottagegrove.org.
Does the City of Cottage Grove issue my permit?
The City of Cottage Grove issues building, mechanical,
electrical and plumbing permits for projects within the city limits. To find
out if your property is within the city limits, check the map on display
at the Community Development Department or call (541) 942-3340.
Who is responsible for obtaining permits?
The property owner or contractor is responsible for obtaining structural,
mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and manufactured dwelling setup permits. For
electrical work, Oregon law requires that if an electrical contractor performs
the work, the contractor is responsible for obtaining the permit. Electrical
permits are non-transferrable.
What technical information do I need to submit with my plans?
You may be required to submit some or all of the following:
plot map, floor plans, specifications, elevations, mechanical, plumbing, &
electrical drawings, foundation plan, energy documentation, structural
calculations, and required fire-protection equipment. For information, review
the Building Permit Plans Checklist or call our office.
Do I need an architect or engineer to design my project
and prepare the plans?
You are required to have an Oregon licensed engineer or
architect design, prepare, and stamp your plans when the building has a ground area of 4,000 square feet
or more, or the structure is more than 20 feet high. The major exception is for
one- and two-family dwellings.
You must also have engineered plans for alterations or repairs to the structural portion of existing buildings with a ground area of over 4,000 square feet or over 20 feet in height, or when the occupancy classification requires a fire and life safety review, regardless of building size.
Although the code doesn’t require involvement by a licensed engineer or architect for many types of projects, we strongly recommend that you retain a qualified designer to prepare plans, specifications and calculations for most permit applications.
If you cannot draw up building plans yourself, or if you’re not familiar with code requirements, getting some professional assistance before applying for your permit can save you frustration and minimize delays.
When do I need an electrical, mechanical or plumbing
permit?
You need an electrical permit before electrical equipment is
added, altered, or extended within a new or existing electrical system.
You need a mechanical permit before mechanical equipment is installed, altered, replaced or remodeled.
You need a plumbing permit before a plumbing system or fixture is installed, altered or remodeled.
If you are not sure whether or not you need a permit, call our Building Official at (541) 942-3340.
How long will it take to receive a construction permit?
The construction permit turnaround time depends on several
variables. These include whether the project is residential or commercial, its complexity,
whether your application was complete and included all the necessary information,
whether you need additional planning approvals, the number of permits already
in review and available staff, and how many regulations affect your project. We
do our best to process your project quickly so that you can have your permit as
soon as possible. To check the status of a permit application, call (541)
942-3340.
When can I start work?
When an actual construction permit is issued to you, work can begin. The permit
must be available on the job site and available to the inspector. If you've
submitted plans and specifications, one set of plans stamped
"Approved" will be returned to you. These approved plans, along with
the construction permit, must be available on the job site and available to the
inspector.
When do I call for inspections?
It is the responsibility of the property owner, or their representative,
to call and request inspections as required at given stages of the project. You must
call the Inspection Request Line (541) 942-9758 before 8:30 a.m. to schedule
building, plumbing, mechanical and electrical inspections. Building, mechanical
or plumbing inspections are performed on a daily basis. Electrical inspections
are only provided on Tuesday and Thursday mornings. Please be prepared to
provide the permit number, job location/address, contact name and phone number
and type of inspection you are requesting.
When does my permit expire?
Your permit expires if work isn’t started within 180 days
from the date of issuance. A permit remains active as long as an inspection is scheduled at
least every 180 days. If a permit expires before the final inspection, the project is
in violation of City codes. If this happens, please call (541) 942-3340. We will
help you renew your permit, or help you apply for a new one as quickly as possible.
Our goal is to help you complete your project with a final inspection.
Who do I call if I think construction is taking place
without a permit?
Certain types of construction activity are not regulated by
the building code, and may be conducted without permits. For questions about construction activity and
whether or not permits have been obtained, or required, please call (541)
942-3340.
How do I obtain a Certificate of Occupancy?
A Certificate of Occupancy applies to projects with
additions, new buildings, or changes of occupancy or use. The property owner will be issued a Certificate
of Occupancy after all inspections are approved. This certificate is a
permanent record of the allowed use(s) for a building. This is the final document of the
permit process and authorizes the use of the property and structure(s) for the purpose
stated on the building permit.
What kind of construction information can I get from
staff at the Community Development Department or by phone?
Staff at the Community Development Department can provide:
We have a variety of applications, brochures, checklists and maps available to help customers understand the plan review and permit processes and procedures. For more information, please call the Community Development Department at (541) 942-3340.
What types of permits are required for a manufactured
dwelling?
Manufactured dwelling set-up, electrical, plumbing and
mechanical permits will normally be required for all manufactured dwellings. In addition, if the home
is to be placed on a residential lot, you may also need a sidewalk, driveway, and
right-of-way permit. Also, if the street that the property is located on is
maintained by Lane County Public Works, a Lane County Facility Permit may be needed.
Where can I get information on the various codes?
City staff reference several different code books and rules
when reviewing plans and inspecting construction projects. Below is a list of codes used:
Copies of the City of Cottage Grove Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Ordinance may be purchased at the Community Development Department. Copies of the Municipal Code may be purchased at the City Recorder’s Office. These regulations may also be viewed at the Cottage Grove Public Library.
Copies of the other code books are available for reference at the Cottage Grove Public Library and at the Community Development Department. For information on building codes, please call Gary Bood at (541) 942-3340. For information on electrical codes, please call Don Meier at The Building Department at (541) 484-9043.
This information is also available at the Oregon Building Officials Association (OBOA), at (503) 873-1157, or through the Building Tech Bookstore Inc., at (800)-ASK BOOK. Both stores have technical code books, references, calculators, videos and software available.
Building without a permit Certain types of construction activity is not regulated by the building code, and may be conducted without permits. For questions about construction activity and whether or not permits have been obtained, or are required, please call the Community Development Department. If you are considering a construction project and have permit and/or building code requirement questions, please call the Community Development Department at (541) 942-3340. Complaints can also be e-mailed to planning@cottagegrove.org.
Lorin Preston, Building Official, building@cottagegrove.org
Cindy Blacksmith, Office Administration, planning@cottagegrove.org
Don Meier, Electrical Inspector, don@thebldgdept.com
