Checklists for Common Projects

Below are checklists for common building projects requiring permits within the Town:

Driveway Projects

A copy of the survey showing all property lines; all buildings on the property; all easements, swales, turnouts, water meters, and existing driveways; all streets & bodies of water abutting the property and the location & dimensions of the existing and/or proposed driveway.
The type of materials and thickness of the proposed driveway must be noted on the permit application.
Acknowledgment of Driveway Swale Detail Form ( Email Melissa Espinoza) in the Building Department at Mespinoza@lakeclarke.org to request the form.)
A copy of the contract.
Homeowner’s Association Approval (if applies)
Letter from Health Department.

SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS
a. The person obtaining the permit is responsible for having underground utilities located and is liable for any damage to utility lines and roadways.
b. Specifications and Turnouts:
- Follow diagram provided with a permit when issued.
c. Elevation & pitch of existing swales must not be changed by any proposed work.

INSPECTIONS
Residential: When the base is prepared, a density test may be required. When the forms are installed, request a forms inspection. When the driveway is completely installed, request a final inspection.

Commercial: See permit for required inspections.

Fence Projects

A copy of the survey and site plan showing all property lines, all buildings on the property, all easements on the property, all streets and bodies of water abutting the property, location of the proposed fence.
The height and type of fence permit application.
Easement agreement waivers from all utility companies, (Copies of the easement agreement and the location of utility companies may be obtained from Town Hall).
A copy of the contract.
Homeowner’s Association approval (if applies).

GENERAL INFORMATION

All fences and walls must be located within the property lines. In addition, no fences or walls shall be located within 4’ from the edge of the road.
Height may not exceed 2’ 6” within 10’ of the edge of the paved road.
Fences or walls in other areas of the property may be 6 feet high. This 6-foot height is measured from the natural grade of the property.
The following materials are prohibited in the construction of the fence or wall: Rubble, scrap iron, bottle, junk, barbed wire or electrically charged materials and other injurious type materials.
Fence posts must be set in concrete. See Fence Post Requirements diagram for additional requirements.

SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS
a. All supports, posts, and bracing shall be placed toward the interior of the property on which the fence or wall is located. (The finished side of the fence must face outward, toward neighbors, streets, adjoining properties, etc.)
b. The person obtaining the permit is responsible for having underground utilities located and is liable for any damage to utility lines caused by digging the holes for the posts.
c. Specify if the fence is to protect/surround a pool, at the present time or in the future.

INSPECTIONS
When the fence is completely installed, request a final inspection.

NOTE: FINAL INSPECTIONS ARE REQUIRED FOR ALL PERMITS

Irrigation Projects

A copy of a survey showing all property lines, all buildings on the property and easements.
A copy copies of the site plan showing the irrigation system and sprinkler head locations on the survey/site plan.
A copy of the contract.

GENERAL INFORMATION:
Please make sure to include the information below on the permit application:

THE PERMIT WILL COVER WHICH OF THE FOLLOWING:

Installation of well and new sprinkler system (separate permit required for well)
Installation of new sprinkler system utilizing existing well
Installation of new sprinkler system utilizing potable water supply
Installation of new sprinkler system using water from adjacent lake/canal
Modifications/repairs to existing sprinkler system
Changing from potable water to well water; sprinkler system is existing
Changing from potable water to drawing from lake or canal; existing sprinkler system
Changing from well water to potable water; existing sprinkler system
Changing from drawing from lake or canal to potable water; existing sprinkler system
Other – Please note

WATER SOURCE:
If using a well or potable water supply or drawing from the lake or canal
If installing a new well – In addition to obtaining a separate Lake Clarke Shores building permit, a permit from the PBC Health Dept. is required. A copy of the Health Dept. permit must be attached to the permit application.

PUMP:
Location, Horsepower, Source of Electricity, Wire size and Type of pump

HEADS, ZONES:
If new sprinkler system or repairing/replacing system, include the number and type of heads used and the number of zones

SENSOR:
All automatic sprinkler systems require a rain sensor.
Location of rain sensor and the method of support for the rain sensor

INSPECTIONS:
Request a rough inspection once all pipes have been installed (prior to covering); request final inspection after completion.

NOTE: FINAL INSPECTIONS ARE REQUIRED FOR ALL PERMITS

Shed Projects

A copy of a survey showing all property lines, all buildings on the property, all easements on the property, all streets and bodies of water abutting the property, the location of the shed and dimensions from the shed to property lines.
The type, size, height, and materials of the proposed shed must be noted on the permit application.
Plans or Manufacturer’s Specifications, depending upon the type of shed.
If electricity is to be run to the shed, an electrical permit is required.
A copy of the contract.
Homeowner Association Approval (if applies).
Letter from Health Department

GENERAL INFORMATION
There are 3 basic types of sheds, each must be designed to withstand the forces created by 140-mph wind:

Metal Sheds:
To be placed on 4” slab with 8”x8” footing minimum.
Must be firmly anchored to the slab/footing.

Manufactured Wood Shed:
If not installed on a concrete slab/footing, the shed must be anchored into the ground in accordance with the manufacturer’s approved specs.

Site-Built Shed:
To be placed on 4” slab with 8”x8” footing minimum.
Plans to be signed and sealed by a Florida Licensed Architect or Engineer.

SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS
Sheds must be located behind an imaginary line extended through the rear of the house line at a minimum of 3 feet from the side and rear property lines or easement lines. If the rear property line is on a waterway, the shed shall be placed within 15 feet of the side property line. Sheds may also be located on side yards.

Sheds may not be larger than 160 square feet with no side being longer than 14 feet. Shed height shall not exceed 9.5 feet high. Shed height shall be measured from bottom of shed floor to roof peak. Maximum overall height, including placement, shall be 10.5 feet. Overall height shall be measured from surrounding ground level.

INSPECTIONS
If concrete slab being installed, a Footing/Slab inspection is required. If site-built shed, a framing inspection is required. When shed is completed, a final inspection is required.