Exemptions from permit requirements of this code shall not be deemed to grant authorization for any work to be done in any manner in violation of the provisions of this code or any other laws or ordinances of this jurisdiction. Where determined by the building official, permits may be waived for small and unimportant work, and as set forth in sections
28.05.062 through
28.05.068 of this division.
(1983 Code, sec. 6-42; Ordinance
2005-O0140, sec. 1, adopted 12/15/2005; Ordinance 2011-O0042, sec. 4,
adopted 5/31/2011)
[Building work exempted is as follows:]
(1) One-story detached accessory structures used as tool and storage
sheds, playhouses and similar uses, provided the floor area does not
exceed 200 square feet (11.15 m2).
(2) Fences not over 7 feet (1829 mm) high.
(4) Retaining walls which are not over 4 feet (1219 mm) in height measured
from the bottom of the footing to the top of the wall, unless supporting
a surcharge or impounding class I, II or III-A liquids.
(5) Water tanks supported directly on grade if the capacity does not
exceed 5,000 gallons (18,925 L) and the ratio of height to diameter
or width does not exceed 2 to 1.
(6) Sidewalks and driveways not more than 30 inches (762 mm) above grade
and not over any basement or story below and which are not part of
an accessible route.
(7) Painting, papering, tiling, carpeting, cabinets, counter tops and
similar finish work.
(8) Temporary motion picture, television and theater stage sets and scenery.
(9) Prefabricated swimming pools accessory to a Group R-3 occupancy,
as applicable in section 101.2 [sic], which are less than 24 inches
(610 mm) deep, do not exceed 5,000 gallons (18,925 L) and are installed
entirely above ground.
(10) Shade cloth structures constructed for nursery or agricultural purposes
and not including service systems.
(11) Swings and other playground equipment accessory to detached one-
and two-family dwellings.
(12) Window awnings supported by an exterior wall which do not project
more than 54 inches (1372 mm) from the exterior wall and do not require
additional support of Group R-3, as applicable in section 101.2 [sic],
and Group U occupancies.
(13) Movable cases, counters and partitions not over 5 feet 9 inches (1753
mm) in height.
(1983 Code, sec. 6-42.1; Ordinance 2005-O0140, sec. 1, adopted 12/15/2005)
[Electrical work exempted is as follows:]
(1) Repairs and maintenance: Minor repair work, including the replacement
of lamps or the connection of approved portable electrical equipment
to approved permanently installed receptacles.
(2) Radio and television transmitting stations: The provisions of this
code shall not apply to electrical equipment used for radio and television
transmissions, but do apply to equipment and wiring for power supply,
the installations of towers and antennas.
(3) Temporary testing systems: A permit shall not be required for the
installation of any temporary system required for the testing or servicing
of electrical equipment or apparatus.
(4) Other work exempted by the ICC Electrical Code.
(1983 Code, sec. 6-42.2; Ordinance 2005-O0140, sec. 1, adopted 12/15/2005)
[Gas work exempted is as follows:]
(1) Portable heating appliance.
(2) Replacement of any minor part that does not alter approval of equipment
or make such equipment unsafe.
(3) Other work exempted by the International Fuel Gas Code.
(1983 Code, sec. 6-42.3; Ordinance 2005-O0140, sec. 1, adopted 12/15/2005)
[Mechanical work exempted is as follows:]
(1) Portable heating appliance.
(2) Portable ventilation equipment.
(4) Steam, hot or chilled water piping within any heating or cooling
equipment regulated by this code.
(5) Replacement of any part which does not alter its approval or make
it unsafe.
(6) Portable evaporative cooler.
(7) Self-contained refrigeration system containing 10 pounds (4.54 kg)
or less of refrigerant and actuated by motors of 1 horsepower (746
W) or less.
(8) Other work exempted by the International Mechanical Code.
(1983 Code, sec. 6-42.5; Ordinance 2005-O0140, sec. 1, adopted 12/15/2005)
[Plumbing work exempted is as follows:]
(1) The stopping of leaks in drains, water, soil, waste or vent pipe
provided, however, that if any concealed trap, drain pipe, water,
soil, waste or vent pipe becomes defective and it becomes necessary
to remove and replace the same with new material, such work shall
be considered as new work and a permit shall be obtained and inspection
made as provided in this code.
(2) The clearing of stoppages or the repairing of leaks in pipes, valves
or fixtures, and the removal and reinstallation of water closets,
provided such repairs do not involve or require the replacement or
rearrangement of valves, pipes or fixtures.
(3) Other work exempted by the International Plumbing Code.
(1983 Code, sec. 6-42.6; Ordinance 2005-O0140, sec. 1, adopted 12/15/2005)
Application or notice to the building official is not required
for ordinary repairs to structures, replacement of lamps or the connection
of approved portable electrical equipment to approved permanently
installed receptacles. Such repairs shall not include the cutting
away of any wall, partition or portion thereof, the removal or cutting
of any structural beam or load-bearing support, or the removal or
change of any required means of egress, or rearrangement of parts
of a structure, including doors, hardware or security systems, affecting
the egress requirements; nor shall ordinary repairs include addition
to, alteration of, replacement or relocation of any standpipe, water
supply, sewer, drainage, drain leader, gas, soil, waste, vent or similar
piping, electric wiring or mechanical or other work affecting public
health or general safety.
(1983 Code, sec. 6-44; Ordinance
2005-O0140, sec. 1, adopted 12/15/2005; Ordinance 2010-O0017, sec. 3,
adopted 3/4/2010)
A permit shall not be required for the installation, alteration
or repair of generation, transmission, distribution or metering or
other related equipment that is under the ownership and control of
public service agencies by established right.
(1983 Code, sec. 6-45; Ordinance
2005-O0140, sec. 1, adopted 12/15/2005)