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Residential Development Process
Residential Classifications and Timelines
Alphabetical Listing of Forms
SFR Plan Checklists & Notes
What to Know Before you Begin your Project -
In an effort to help you understand BEFORE you begin all the impacts of your proposal, and the costs, the city has developed a list of issues that can surprise homeowners and significantly affect the project budget and/or timeline ...more
General Building Requirements
Homeowners should check the deed restrictions in their subdivision, since these deed restrictions may be more stringent than the City ordinances. A Development Services representative will assist you with the city Zoning Ordinance concerning: required setbacks, easements, and legal descriptions.
Submittal Requirements
Submittal Packets
For Green Building, Applicant must have Green Building application form filled out and signed by Anthony Floyd or JD Forslund.
Documents Labeled "Building":
1 complete set of plans, with: 1 Grading & Drainage site plan if in flood zone A or AO or 1 architectural site plan if in flood zone B through X
Structural Calcs
Soils Report - or - Soils Waiver (pdf/31kb)
Truss Calcs - or - Truss Waiver (pdf/21kb) if plans are also sealed by the same
structural engineer
Water Meter calcs (pdf/32kb)
Documents Labeled "Planning/Engineering"
1 partial set with floor, elevations and foundation plan
3 Grading & Drainage site plans if in ESL or 3 site plans in non ESL
City of Scottsdale 404 Certification Form (pdf/59kb)
Comment on plans from Native Plant contractor stating that there is no native plant or 3 native plant plans* on sheets no less than 24" x 36" (8-1/2" x 11" not accepted). *Native plan inventory on plans
One NAOS Reveg plan no less than 24" x 36" if in ESL
All paperwork on checklist in submittal packet - water clacs, NAOS doc, etc.
If Dedicating Easements:
Title Report, Title Commitment or Title Policy no older than 30 days.
See Title Evidence Submittal Requirements
Appropriate dedication forms signed and notarized by all owners
Appropriate consent forms signed and notarized by all beneficiaries listed in the
title report schedule B
Complete legal description and exhibits for all dedications
Fees
Plan check fees are to be paid at the time of application for plan check.
Client is charged for the air-conditioned and the non air-conditioned square footage of the house. In addition, they are charged for the grading and drainage, per sheet based on landform. Fences and retaining walls are charged per linear foot.
Plan checks for home improvements can be made over the counter by Development Services.
Plan checks for new single-family residences and other new construction are also submitted at the Development Services One Stop Shop. Your plans will be reviewed by staff within 35 days for first review, 25 days for corrections.
Minor Home Improvements, Additions & Remodels
For smaller residential remodels/additions, the city offers an over-the-counter plan review and permitting process, available Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 4 PM, opening at 9 AM on Wednesdays. Review is completed over the counter at the One Stop Shop or is reviewed in 5 days.
Which projects qualify for the over-the-counter plan review?
- Remodels or Additions less than 1000 SF - no second floor additions.
- Patio additions and enclosures.
- Carports enclosed into livable space, and enclosures into garages.
- Garage conversion to livable space.
- Pools that require structural review (standard plan pools go to counter rep).
- Barns, ramadas, non-habitable accessory buildings less than 1000 SF.
Projects north of the CAP will require some planning input before approving for over-the-counter review. Please ask to speak with a Planner.
Documents Required:
1. Two (2) Complete sets of building plans including:
- Dimensioned foundation plan showing existing structural supports and or posts
- Dimensioned floor plan
- Roof framing plan
- if engineered trusses are used, submit the manufacturer sealed calcs and a keyed roof framing plan
- Minimum of 2 sections
- Minimum of 2 elevations
- Material specifications
- Construction details keyed to plans
2. Three (3) site plans including:
- Lot Address
- Property owners name, address, and phone number
- All lot dimensions
- All easements on property
- Location of the house and any additional structures on the property including dimensions of the structures to the property line and existing adjacent structures
- For remodeling of, the existing residence. List the square footage of the existing livable area, any attached garage or carport, and any attached patio
- List square footage of area being remodeled or enclosed
- Complete attached FEMA block and add to site plan
3. Water meter calc sheet to be completed it adding any new water fixtures
When building plans are approved, and permit fees paid, a permit is issued. Failure to obtain a building permit within 180 days of submitting plans requires the resubmission of the plans and payment of the appropriate plan review fees. Prior to the plan review expiration date, the Development Services Director may grant a one time 180-day extension depending on the relationship of the plans to the current codes.
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