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Documentation Requirements for Building Permits
(Remodels may not need all listed plans and documents.)
Documents / Plans |
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Dimensioned site plan or survey (showing property lines, setbacks, dimensions, etc.) |
Architectural plans (showing floor plan, elevations, door, and window schedule, etc.) |
Engineered foundation plan (including soil report information) |
Engineer’s letter (if required by the foundation plan) |
Energy iC3 (2021 IECC energy code) (see note 2 below) |
Site grading plan (see note 3 below) |
Electronic file in a PDF format of all plans and documents |
Braced wall line diagram |
Engineered brick-on-wood detail (if engineered) |
Framing plans |
notes
1. For remodels and additions, if the foundation plan for an addition deviates from the City of Irving minimum foundation specifications, then an engineered foundation will be required.
2. A free download is available at the International Code Compliance Calculator (IC3) website. For additions, show the insulation values, u-values of glass / doors, and the SHGC for the glass. We do not accept a ResCheck since it does not meet the State of Texas energy requirements.
3. This may be a partial copy of the approved subdivision grading plan, if one was submitted with the plat application, in which case it will be available for review in the engineering plans room. If a subdivision grading plan was not approved, then a separate grading plan must be submitted.
Turnaround Time
Remodels and additions are reviewed within three business days. New houses take three days and townhouses take approximately five days to review.
Notes
- A brick arch over a walking surface requires an engineered design or a steel lintel unless it is a semi-circular arch.
- A separate permit is required for fences, lawn sprinklers, pools, retaining walls over 30 inches in height, etc.
- What is a building permit?
- What good does a permit do?
- When do I need a permit?
- What projects typically require a building permit?
- When is a permit not required?
- What does a permit cost?
- How does the city ensure building permits are procured when required?
- How do I know who has an approved building permit and who doesn’t?
- Whose responsibility is it to see that the building code is followed?
- How long does it take to get a building permit?
- When do I need to start my construction project?
- What is the difference between a “setback” and a “utility easement”?
- What are the City’s rules concerning sheds and carports?
- What should I look for in a contractor?
- Who must be licensed?
- Should I request the permit for the contractor?
- I am having a problem with my house. I want the city to inspect it and tell me what is wrong.
- I am planning on digging. What do I need to do?
- Whar are the roof requirements for residential structures?
- I just applied for a new commercial permit. How do I get an address assigned?