The following types of construction do not require a permit

Building Code Exemptions

• **  One story detached accessory buildings used as tool or storage sheds, playhouses or similiar uses. The projected floor area cannot exceed 120 square feet.
• **  Fences 6’ high or less, masonry walls 6’ high or less.
• Retaining walls not over 4’ high, when measured from the bottom of footing to the top of the wall or retaining less than 3 feet of earth.
• Platforms, walks and driveways less than 30” above grade and not over any basement or story below.
• Window awnings supported on an exterior wall and not projecting more than 54 inches.
• Check the zoning ordinance for the minimum side or rear yard setbacks (the horizontal distance between a building, structure or wall from the property line), for the distance an awning can project into the required setbacks.
• Painting, floor covering or interior trim work.
• Roofing repair or replacement with the same materials unless roof sheathing is replaced.
• If you are in the Historic District you must contact Historical Review at (520) 791-5550.

      ** A zoning review is still required for the proposed location and Engineering review to determine floodplain status. (A floodplain permit may be required)

Electrical Code Exemptions

• Portable motors or other portable appliances with factory installed cords.
• The repair or replacement of fixed motors or appliances with the same type and rating in the same location. ie: replacing an old ceiling fan with a new one.
• Temporary decorative lighting that does not require rewiring.
• The reinstallation of a switch or receptacle in the same location.
• The repair or replacement of a circuit breaker or fuse of the same rating and in the same location.
• Electrical wiring, devices, appliances or equipment that operates at less than 25 volts and that is not capable of supplying more than 50 watts.

Plumbing Code Exemptions

• The stopping of leaks in drain, soil, waste or vent piping. If these should become defective and need replacement, a permit is required.
• Replacement of toilets or sinks.

Mechanical Code Exemptions

• A portable heating appliance
• Portable ventilating equipment
• Portable cooling unit
• A closed system of steam, hot or chilled water within heating or cooling equipment
• Replacement of any component part of assembly of an appliance which does not alter its original approval
• Refrigerating equipment which is part of the equipment for which a permit has been issued