Residential Building Plan Review Additions and New Home Construction

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1 Residential Building Plan Review Additions and New Home Construction Submittal Requirements Documents to be Submitted A completed and signed permit application and signed cover sheet. Building Plans Provide Two Copies of the Following: Plot Plan. The site plan should include the lot size with adjacent streets and the location and size of all existing and proposed buildings on the site. Footing/Foundation Plan. Footing plan to include the size, locations and type of footings and foundation. Provide sections for each type of foundation / foundation wall. Label materials, size and spacing of reinforcing, insulation type and thickness, Radon system, etc. Floor Plans. A floor plan is required for each level of the building. Label each room or area for its specific use. Provide sizing for windows, doors, beams and headers sizes on the plan. Include such things as CO and smoke detector locations, bathroom fan indications, attic access locations, truss orientation and spacing, and air conditioner location. Front, Rear and Side Elevations. Elevations provide an illustration of the exterior finishes, grading, overhangs, etc. Wall Sections and Building Cross-Sections. Sections are needed to review the structure and its elements. Label all building materials on the sections. Radon Plan. [ ] Completed permit application or include with the building permit. Provide a plan view drawing of the radon underground layout and include radon vent pipe on the building cross section drawing. Radon pipe must be identified with at least one label on each story and in attics and crawl spaces. The label must read: Radon Gas Vent System." Mechanical. Completed permit application. Provide a plan view drawing of the ductwork layout. An overlay highlight of the floor plan(s) is acceptable. See MN Construction Documents information for specific submittals such as duct sealing materials and methods. When HVAC ductwork is outside the building envelope, provide the method of pressure testing and person responsible for the testing. Plumbing Submittals. Completed permit application and isometric of the proposed plumbing system. Materials, sizing, type, etc., must be labeled on the diagram. See MN Construction Documents information for specific submittals such as pipe insulation and required locations [MN 1322.R and Table R ]. Construction Documents/Energy Code. See reverse side of this page. Alternate Methods and/or materials (AMM) are materials not specifically regulated by the code, such as anchor straps, wood I-joist, house wrap products, composite deck materials, etc. Submittals of proposed AMM must be accompanied with related ES/ICC Reports, third party testing results, or equal. AMM manufacturer s installation instructions (MII) may be required at application to determine compliance and MII must be provided on site at the time of inspection. Storm Water. All lots that are part of a subdivision in which an NPDES Storm Water Permit was required must submit a copy of the permit or Subdivision Registration form as well as the Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) for the site. Other Permits. Permits are required for retaining walls over four feet, fences, fireplaces, curb cuts, etc. Electrical Work. Questions about electrical permits or proposed electrical work may be directed to State Electrical Inspector Mike Williams at Zoning Information All work is subject to Brainerd Zoning Ordinance requirements. Requirements include setbacks from property lines, maximum lot coverage, maximum size and number of accessory buildings, building height, exterior material and building appearance. Also, property within one thousand (1,000) feet of a lake and three hundred (300) feet of the Mississippi River are subject to Shoreland Regulations. Attached is a site plan example and zoning requirements for accessory buildings. All other zoning and shoreland requirements can be found on the City s website. City of Brainerd Building Department Laurel Street (Fax) Brainerd MN 56401

2 MN Construction Documents Construction documents shall be drawn to scale upon suitable material. Electronic media documents are permitted to be submitted when approved by the building official. Construction documents shall be of sufficient clarity to indicate the location; nature, and extent of the work proposed, and show in sufficient detail pertinent data and features of the building, systems, and equipment as herein governed. The detail shall include the following when applicable: A. Insulation materials and the R-values; B. Fenestration U-factors and SHGCs; C. Area-weighted U-factor and SHGC calculations; D. Mechanical system design criteria; E. Mechanical and service water heating system and equipment types, sizes, and efficiencies; F. Equipment and systems controls; G. Fan motor horsepower (hp) and controls; H. Duct sealing, and the location and insulation of ducts and pipes; I. Lighting fixture schedule with wattage and control narrative; and J. Air sealing details. Summary of above listed construction documents A. Insulation materials and the R-values: Insulation minimum values may be located in MN Chapter 1322 Table R The values may be illustrated on the building plans and cross sections or may be written in a word document or equal. [See Table R ].* B. Fenestration U-factors and SHGC: The window and door U-factors may be illustrated on the building plans and cross sections or may be written in a word document or equal. Window and door units that lack a U-value and SHGC label or certified rating shall be assigned a default value from one of the three (3) Tables in R303.* C. Area-weighted U-factor and SHGC calculations.* D. Mechanical system design criteria: HVAC equipment shall be sized per R , either with an ACCA Manual S or equal, or the ACCA Manual J. Oversizing of heating equipment shall not exceed 40 percent of the calculated load requirements and oversizing of cooling equipment shall not exceed 15 percent of the calculated load requirements. Design conditions area 82/72 Summer Db/Wb degrees and -24 Winter Db degrees F. [Table R ]. Submit the specifications for all proposed equipment. Mechanical ventilation is mandatory per MN Energy 1322 section R Tables R and R must be used to determine the ventilation minimums. Submit all components related to ventilation and exhaust. The submittal may be a list, a narrative, or as part of the project plans and specifications.* E. Mechanical and service water heating system and equipment types, sizes, and efficiencies: Provide in list form the equipment types, sizes, and efficiencies being proposed for heating water. Water supply line insulation must be installed per MN Energy code Chapter 1322 Table R and provided as specified in section R * F. Equipment and systems controls: Provide in list form the proposed equipment controls. At least one thermostat must be a programmable type capable of maintaining temperatures down to 55 degrees F. or up to 85 degrees F. The programmable thermostat shall be initially programmed with a heating temperature set point no higher than 70 degrees F. and a cooling temperature set point no lower than 78 degrees F. The mechanical ventilation system controls shall comply with MN 1322.R Determine applicability of R , items #1 backflow damper, #2 compatibility, #3 compatibility, and #4 accessible and labeled.* G. Fan motor horsepower (hp) and controls, for proposed equipment as applicable. H. Duct sealing, and the location and insulation of ducts and pipes: HVAC: Provide in list form the materials proposed for ducts, duct insulation, and duct sealing [Section of the MN mechanical code, MN 1322.R insulation, R Sealing]. Submit product specifications providing minimum R-value insulation as determined in Table R Include bathroom exhaust, clothes dryer exhaust, air exchange duct systems, etc. Plumbing: Provide in list form the proposed potable water piping and insulation products, MII and location of water lines [MN 1322.R403.4 Service hot water systems, R Hot water pipe insulation].* I. Lighting fixture schedule with wattage and control narrative. A minimum 75 percent of the permanently installed lighting fixtures shall contain only high efficacy lamps. Submit a lighting schedule including the lighting fixtures and controls, fixture locations, and efficacy. J. Air sealing details: [MN ] Submit air sealing details for the interior and exterior air barrier. Provide a list of proposed materials and a written description of the typical interior sealing products and installation methods. Provide a list of proposed exterior water resistant barrier materials and MII flashing details for such areas as the windows, doors, and misc. penetrations such as the dryer duct (round penetrations). *Required item on the New Construction Energy Code Compliance Certificate

3 APPLICATION FOR RESIDENTIAL ADDITIONS AND NEW CONSTRUCTION BUILDING PERMIT CITY OF BRAINERD DEPARTMENT OF BUILDING SAFETY CITY HALL 501 LAUREL STREET BRAINERD, MN (218) FAX (218) APPLICATION MUST BE COMPLETED IN ITS ENTIRETY BEFORE A BUILDING PERMIT WILL BE ISSUED SITE ADDRESS Suite/Unit No. LEGAL DESCRIPTION: Lot Block Subdivision (Legal description may be found on the real estate tax statement or by calling ) APPLICANT (check one): OWNER CONTRACTOR ARCHITECT/ENGINEER Owner/Buyer Information Name Contact Person Address City State Zip Phone Cell Phone * Do you Homestead this property? (check one) YES NO Owner Initials Contractor Information Name Address City State Zip Phone Cell Phone * Architect/Engineer Information (if applicable) Name Address City State Zip Phone Cell Phone *

4 TYPE OF STRUCTURE (check one only) Single Family Residential Single Family Attached Two Family Residential Three/Four Family Residential Five + Family Residential Other, describe Estimated Start Date: NON-COMPLYING SEPTIC SYSTEM If your septic system is not in compliance with Chapter 7080 (the minimum technical standards for individual sewage treatment systems), NO BUILDING PERMIT will be issued until such time that it has been upgraded or brought in to compliance. Should failure or non-compliance occur between November 15 and April 15, a Winter Window Agreement is available for postponement of compliance until the following June 1. CHECK ONE: Municipal sewer serves this property. Valuation = Total cost of labor & materials. List a valuation for each of the following categories where applicable. This property is served by septic system (compliance report is required). Building: $ HVAC: $ Plumbing: $ Electrical: $ TOTAL: $ Timeline for Building Permit Applications The Department of Building Safety strives to meet the following standards for reviewing plans, issuing permits and conducting inspections. During the peak construction season, the number of plan submittals may occasionally affect the Department s ability to meet these standards. Applications for permits should always be submitted as early as possible so as not to delay construction. Information sheets are available to help customers know what constitutes a complete permit application and complete work for an inspection. New Construction and Remodeling for Single-Family and Two-Family Buildings: Ten business days upon receipt of completed application and materials. Up to three additional working days may be needed to evaluate revised plans and information. Inspection Request: Inspection requests for specific times will be honored whenever possible. If the requested time is not available, the customer will be advised so that an alternate time can be selected. Twenty-four hours advance notice is requested. Description of Proposed Work: I HEREBY APPLY FOR a Building Permit and I acknowledge that the information above is complete and accurate; that the work will be in conformance with the ordinances and codes of the City of Brainerd and with the 2007 Minnesota State Building Code (MSBC). I understand this is not a permit, but only an application for a permit; and work is not to start without a permit that the work will be in accordance with the approved plan in the case of all work which requires plan review and approval of plans. Applicant s Signature Date Print Name * REQUIRED

5 3 JOB ADDRESS: Names of all contractors and subcontractors must be provided before a building permit will be issued. GENERAL CONTRACTOR SEWER/WATER/SEPTIC ADDRESS ADDRESS CITY / STATE / ZIP CITY / STATE / ZIP PHONE NO. PHONE NO. LICENSE NO. LICENSE NO. * * CONCRETE/MASONRY PLUMBING ADDRESS ADDRESS CITY / STATE / ZIP CITY / STATE / ZIP PHONE NO. PHONE NO. LICENSE NO. LICENSE NO. * * FRAME WORK ROOFING ADDRESS ADDRESS CITY / STATE / ZIP CITY / STATE / ZIP PHONE NO. PHONE NO. LICENSE NO. LICENSE NO. * * EXCAVATOR GYPSUM BOARD ADDRESS ADDRESS CITY / STATE / ZIP CITY / STATE / ZIP PHONE NO. PHONE NO. LICENSE NO. LICENSE NO. * * HVAC OVERHEAD DOOR(S) ADDRESS ADDRESS CITY / STATE / ZIP CITY / STATE / ZIP PHONE NO. PHONE NO. LICENSE NO. LICENSE NO. * *

6 City of Brainerd/Crow Wing County E-911 REQUEST NEW ADDRESS FOR NEW CONSTRUCTION Name of Applicant: Contact Phone Number: Current Mailing Address: City, State, Zip Code: Please Fill Out Completely and Accurately: Name of the road your driveway intersects: Which side of the road is your structure? North South East West With the addition of this structure, will the driveway service more than two Residential or Commercial structures? Yes No How many houses/businesses will use the same driveway? Describe how the driveway location will be marked: Is the driveway already in place & usable? Yes No (Location must be marked) ***Failure to mark driveway with something distinctive (name, stake, lathe, ribbon, etc.), will delay address assignment!!!*** Real Estate Code/Parcel Number of the Property (15 Digits) Township Range Section # Resident s names or addresses of building sites on both sides of your driveway location: Driveway Location: (Must include an accurate description/sketch of driveway location in relation to properties in the area.) Please note that there will be a line item on your building permit described as an E-911 Addressing Fee. This charge covers City and/or County administrative costs as well as the cost of the blue and white fire number identification plate (if applicable). ***Be sure to mark your driveway location as indicated above, so that the new address can be assigned in 2 weeks. FOR CITY OF BRAINERD/CROW WING COUNTY USE ONLY BELOW THIS LINE Date Received: Government Jurisdiction ADDRESS ASSIGNED: City: MN Date Assigned: Field Work Date: Zip Code: By: By: NOTIFIED: Resident Post Office Sign Dept. Auditor City MSAG & ESN changes relayed to IES Fee Paid Receipt # Initial and Date

7 Property Owner Waiver Minnesota State Contractor Licensing Requirements The purpose of this form is to have property owners acknowledge their responsibilities to the Minnesota State Building Code, to Zoning Ordinances, and to other applicable rules and regulations when they are acting as general contractor on building projects. I understand that the State of Minnesota requires that all Residential Building Contractors, Remodelers, and Roofers, obtain a state license unless they qualify for a specific exemption from the licensing requirements. By signing this waiver, I attest to the fact that I am building or improving my property by myself. I claim to be exempt from the State License requirements because I am not in the business of building on speculation or for resale, and this is the first residential structure that I have built or improved in the past 24 months. I acknowledge that because I do not have a State License, I forfeit any mechanic s lien rights to which I may otherwise have been entitled under Minnesota State Statute Furthermore, I acknowledge that I may be hiring independent contractors to perform certain aspects of the construction or improvement of this property. Some of these contractors may be required to be licensed by the State of Minnesota. I understand that unlicensed residential contracting, remodeling, and/or roofing activity is a misdemeanor under Minnesota State Statute , subdivision 1, and that I forfeit my rights to reimbursement from the Contractor s Recovery Fund in the event that any contractors that I hire are unlicensed. I have also been informed and acknowledge that by listing myself as the contractor on this project, I am solely and personally responsible for any violations of the State Building Code and/or City Ordinances in connection with the work performed on the property. Signature of Property Owner Date Project Address Please return this signed waiver with the Building Permit Application. To determine whether a particular contractor is required to be licensed, or to check on the licensing status of an individual contractor, please call the Minnesota Department of Labor & Industry, Construction Codes and Licensing Division at (651) or toll-free at EPA Renovation, Repair, and Painting Program The RRP Rule affects contractors, property managers, and others who disturb lead-based paint during renovation. The RRP Rule requires that firms paid to perform renovation, repair, demolition, or painting work in pre-1978 housing and child-occupied facilities have their firm certified by EPA. Additionally, the Minnesota Legislature passed a law that is intended to work in conjunction with Federal lead law(s). Essentially, the law requires local municipal building departments to be part of this Federal mandate by requiring each municipal building department to verify contractor compliance with Federal mandated lead certification requirements at the time of permitting. Local building departments are not responsible for any additional type of enforcement of the law; but simply to verify firm certification compliance.

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9 Plumbing Permit Application City of Brainerd 501 Laurel Street Brainerd, MN (fax) SITE ADDRESS PROJECT VALUATION DATE OWNER S NAME THE APPLICANT IS: (Check one) Property Owner Contractor OWNER S ADDRESS CITY STATE ZIP OWNER S PHONE NUMBER OWNER S ADDRESS CONTRACTOR S BUSINESS NAME CONTRACTOR S BUSINESS ADDRESS CONTRACTOR S ADDRESS CITY STATE ZIP CONTRACTOR S BUSINESS PHONE CONTRACTOR S CELL NUMBER PLUMBING CONTRACTOR STATE LICENSE NO. CITY LICENSE NO. DESCRIPTION OF WORK Number of Fixtures Water Closet Lavatory Bathtub Sink & Disposal Dishwasher Shower Floor Drain Stop Sink Wash Tray Drinking Fountain Lawn Sprinkler Water Piping Hydraulic Valve Rain Leader Other TOTAL FIXTURES Special Devices Future Rough In Set Fixture Beer Dispenser Water Treatment Catch Basin Water Heater Sump Plump Receiving Tank Manholes Area New Ground Run Water Piping Re-Inspection Blow Off Basin Other GAS PIPING Size Number of Openings Certification Permits are required for Electrical, Building, Heating, Ventilating and Air Conditioning. This permit becomes null and void if the work authorized is not commenced within 180 days of the date of issuance, or if the work is abandoned or suspended for a period of 180 days. All provisions of laws and Ordinances governing this type of work will be complied with whether specified herein or not. The granting of a permit does not presume to give authority to violate or cancel the provisions of any other Federal, State or Local law regulating construction or the performance of construction activities. This permit may be revoked at any time for due cause. I hereby certify that I have read and examined this application and know the same to be true and correct. APPLICANT S SIGNATURE DATE DOUBLE FEE YES NO PROPERTY ID OFFICE USE ONLY PERMIT NUMBER

10 Mechanical Permit Application City of Brainerd 501 Laurel Street Brainerd, MN (fax) SITE ADDRESS PROJECT VALUATION DATE OWNER S NAME OWNER S PHONE NUMBER OWNER S FAX NUMBER OWNER S ADDRESS CITY STATE ZIP CONTRACTOR S BUSINESS NAME CONTRACTOR S CITY LICENSE NUMBER CONTRACTOR S BUSINESS ADDRESS CITY STATE ZIP CONTRACTOR S PHONE NUMBER CONTRACTOR S FAX NUMBER IS THE CONTRACTOR THE APPLICANT? (Check one) YES NO OWNER S ADDRESS CONTRACTOR S ADDRESS DESCRIPTION OF WORK (INCLUDE COMBUSTION AIR & MAKE UP AIR NOTES) Forced Air Hot Water Ventilation Wood burner A/C Roof-top Unit Refrigeration Other: GAS PIPING SIZE NUMBER OF OPENINGS PROCESS PIPING SIZE NUMBER OF OPENINGS Existing Proposed Existing (2) Proposed (2) Number of Units: Make: Fuel: Flue Diameter: Input (BTU): CFM: Tons: H.P.: Unit Weight: Number of Units: Make: Fuel: Flue Diameter: Input (BTU): CFM: Tons: H.P.: Unit Weight: Number of Units: Make: Fuel: Flue Diameter: Input (BTU): CFM: Tons: H.P.: Unit Weight: Number of Units: Make: Fuel: Flue Diameter: Input (BTU): CFM: Tons: H.P.: Unit Weight: Certification Permits are required for Electrical, Building, Heating, Ventilating and Air Conditioning. This permit becomes null and void if the work authorized is not commenced within 180 days of the date of issuance, or if the work is abandoned or suspended for a period of 180 days. All provisions of laws and Ordinances governing this type of work will be complied with whether specified herein or not. The granting of a permit does not presume to give authority to violate or cancel the provisions of any other Federal, State or Local law regulating construction or the performance of construction activities. This permit may be revoked at any time for due cause. I hereby certify that I have read and examined this application and know the same to be true and correct. APPLICANT S SIGNATURE DATE DOUBLE FEE YES NO PROPERTY ID OFFICE USE ONLY PERMIT NUMBER

11 New Construction Energy Code Compliance Certificate Per R401.3 Certificate. A building certificate shall be posted on or in the electrical distribution panel. Date Certificate Posted Mailing Address of the Dwelling or Dwelling Unit City Name of Residential Contractor MN License Number THERMAL ENVELOPE Insulation Location Below Entire Slab Foundation Wall Perimeter of Slab on Grade Rim Joist (1st Floor) Rim Joist (2nd Floor+) Wall Ceiling, flat Ceiling, vaulted Bay Windows or cantilevered areas Floors over unconditioned area Describe other insulated areas Building envelope air tightness: Total R-Value of all Types of Insulation Non or Not Applicable Type: Check All That Apply Fiberglass, Blown Fiberglass, Batts Foam, Closed Cell Foam Open Cell Mineral Fiberboard Rigid, Extruded Polystyrene Rigid, Isocynurate Duct system air tightness: RADON CONTROL SYSTEM Passive (No Fan ) Active (With fan and monometer or other system monitoring device ) Location (or future location) of Fan: Other Please Describe Here Windows & Doors Heating or Cooling Ducts Outside Conditioned Spaces Average U-Factor (excludes skylights and one door ) U: Not applicable, all ducts located in conditioned space Solar Heat Gain Coefficient (SHGC): R-value MECHANICAL SYSTEMS Make-up Air Select a Type Appliances Heating System Domestic Water Cooling System Heater Not required per mech. code Fuel Type Manufacturer Model Rating or Size Efficiency Residential Load Calculation Location of fan(s), describe: Input in BTUS: AFUE or HSPF% Heat Recover Ventilator (HRV) Capacity in cfms: Energy Recover Ventilator (ERV) Capacity in cfms: Capacity in Gallons: Low: Low: Heating Gain Cooling Load Describe any additional or combined heating or cooling systems if installed: (e.g. two furnaces or air source heat pump with gas back-up furnace): Select Type Balanced Ventilation capacity in cfms: Heating Loss MECHANICAL VENTILATION SYSTEM Capacity continuous ventilation rate in cfms: Total ventilation (intermittent + continuous) rate in cfms: Output in Tons: SEER /EER High: High: Passive Powered Interlocked with exhaust device. Describe: Other, describe: Location of duct or system: Cfm's " round duct OR " metal duct Combustion Air Select a Type Not required per mech. code Passive Other, describe: Location of duct or system: Cfm's " round duct OR " metal duct Builders Associaton of Minnesota version

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14 Single Family Residential Construction Erosion/Sediment Control Standards Introduction: This booklet contains standard plans and procedures sufficient for typical building construction. It is not intended to address all circumstances that can occur during construction. The goal of this booklet is to educate home builders so we can eliminate or reduce the amount of sediment that leaves construction sites and is deposited in the City s streets and storm sewers. Since our streets and storm sewer convey storm water to lakes and rivers, it is important that we keep these sediments and pollutants off our streets and out of our storm sewer system so they will stay out off our lakes and rivers. For lots that are part of a larger subdivision which has a NPDES Storm Water Permit, the homeowner must complete the MPCA Subdivision Registration form. A copy should be submitted to the City before the building permit is granted. The SWPPP that is going to be used on the site should also be submitted and this must be adhered to. All building construction must meet the requirements of the City s Erosion and Sediment Control Ordinance. Best Management Practices: Also know as BMP s, these include but are not limited to temporary construction entrances, silt fence, seeding, erosion control blankets, construction phasing or any other device or procedure that helps reduce erosion and sediment loss. Installation Sequencing: The following is the order in which most BMP s must be utilized. 1. Grass Buffer Strips Ensure that the existing grass buffer strip along the curb lines are not disturbed. If a grass buffer is not established, it should be completed immediately. 2. Inlet Protection Ensure that all storm inlets that receive runoff from your lot have protection. 3. Perimeter Control Devices such as silt fence, wattles, or straw bales must be installed on all areas where runoff leaves your site. 4. Temporary Construction Entrance A stabilized entrance made of rock or gravel shall be installed for access to the property. All vehicles entering the site shall use the construction entrance. 5. Grading/Excavating All BMP s should be installed prior to any grading or excavation. Dewatering for any trenching or excavation must be done in such a manner as not to deposit sediment downstream. Filter bags, sedimentation basins or some other means of removing sediment from dewatering water must be used prior to discharging water off site. Discharge water should be clear. 6. Stockpiles Perimeter control should be installed around all stock piles. They should be stabilized if they are not actively being worked. 7. Backfill and rough grading Care should be taken to avoid disturbing the grass buffer strips. 8. Maintenance All BMP s should be maintained so the devices are functioning properly. All sediment should be removed from the streets, gutters and inlets within 24 hours of the rain event. 9. Final Grading All BMP s should be left in place until the site has vegetation established. 10. Seeding or Sodding The right of way along the curb (boulevard) must be sodded, seeded with erosion mat, seeded with sprayed fiber mulch or seeded with anchored straw mulch within 5 days of final grading completion. All other disturbed areas must be seeded within two weeks of completion. Single Family Residential Construction Erosion/Sediment Control Standards (January 2008) Page 1 of 5

15 Permit Holders Responsibility 1. If lot is part of a subdivision, permit holder must comply with NPDES permit and SWPPP for the lot. 2. Ensure that adequate BMP s are in place and functioning to until the project is complete. 3. Provide periodic inspection of BMP s at least once a week and after significant rainfalls. 4. Maintain all BMP s in working order. Remove sediment from inlet protection, perimeter control and other devices as needed. 5. Removes all sediment that is deposited on streets or adjacent lots within 24 hours of discovery. Maintenance requirements: 1. Maintains the grass buffer behind the curb at all times. 2. All perimeter control that is collapsed, torn down, or ineffective, is replaced or repaired. 3. Remove sediment from perimeter control devices when sediment reaches 1/3 the height of the device. 4. Remove sediment from inlet protection when it accumulates. Inspections City The City of Brainerd will conduct erosion and sediment control inspections in conjunction with routine building inspections to ensure that the appropriate erosion and sediment control measures are in place and properly secured. If the property is under an MPCA NPDES Permit (Subdivision Registration), the Crow Wing County Soil & Water Conservation District, working in conjunction with the MPCA, may also inspect the site for compliance. The first inspection will occur during the footing inspection. It is expected that the grass buffer strip be maintained, inlet protection and perimeter control be installed, stockpiles protected, and construction entrance installed. BMP s that are not installed or installed improperly will result in the footing inspection to be denied. If sediment is found to be eroding off the construction site, a stop work order may be issued until the sediments are removed and the proper BMP s have been established. At all subsequent inspections, the BMP s will be subject to inspection to make sure they are working properly. BMP s that are not installed or installed improperly will result in the inspection to be denied. If sediment is found to be eroding off the construction site, a stop work order may be issued until the sediments are removed and the proper BMP s have been established. Upon final completion of the project the entire site must be stabilized. This can be done through sodding or seeding the site. Only when vegetation is established can the sediment control devices be removed. Construction BMP s The following few pages give a few examples of the type of BMP s that should be on every site. Additional BMP s may be required depending on the site, its topography, location, layout, etc. For additional information on BMP s visit the City of Brainerd s website at On the storm water page there is information and links to information on additional BMP s that can be used to prevent erosion and control sediment. Single Family Residential Construction Erosion/Sediment Control Standards (January 2008) Page 2 of 5

16 Boulevard Vegetation Examples The City of Brainerd requires that during new home construction, the boulevard area (the right of way behind the curb to the beginning of the lot line) be vegetated or stabilized the entire time during construction. If the lot has already been graded and has turf established, then all that is required during construction is to leave a 10 grass strip behind the curb when the excavation for the house begins. If this area has not been seeded or if work is required in the boulevard, then this area should be seeded and covered with erosion mat, fiber mulch, anchored straw, or with sod within 5 days of finishing work in the boulevard. This boulevard vegetation acts as a buffer strip and helps prevent sediment from being discharged into the streets and storm sewer. The following methods can be used to maintain or develop the boulevard vegetation and can also be used to develop permanent vegetation on the entire site. The following examples meet the requirements of temporary cover on the site Seed with Erosion Mat Erosion mats are typically 6 or 8 feet wide and 90 feet long. They are made of wood or straw fibers and are covered with a photodegradable net. The mat is held down by staples. The mat provides cover and erosion control until grass is established. Seed with Anchored Straw is shown above in the photo. The straw helps stabilize the soil until grass begins to grow. The straw must be disked anchored to prevent the wind from blowing the straw off site. Seed with Fiber Mulch The mulch provides cover to the soil until the grass grows. Seed with Sod This method provides instant cover to disturbed areas and is the best method for establishing permanent vegetation. Temporary Construction Entrance Each building site must have a designated construction entrance. The entrance shall be graveled or covered with crushed rock. All vehicles that access the site should use the construction entrance. A rock or graveled entrance prevents sediment from being tracked off site from vehicles. Any sediment that is tracked off site must be removed within 24 hours of discovery. The entrance should be maintained by adding rock or gravel if large volumes of sediment accumulate. The drawing on the right shows a typical plan of what a construction entrance should look like. Source: MPCA Stormwater Construction Inspection Guide Single Family Residential Construction Erosion/Sediment Control Standards (January 2008) Page 3 of 5

17 Perimeter Control Perimeter control is required on all downstream areas on the site where runoff could leave the site. Items that can be used for perimeter control include silt fence, wattle (bio rolls), seeded top soil berm, or straw bales. Silt Fence is the most common type of perimeter control used. To be effective the silt fence must be installed properly. To install correctly, the bottom of the fence must be installed in a 6 inch deep trench and anchored with soil as shown in the detail. Wattles, also known as biorolls or sediment logs, are made of straw or wood fiber bound by a net to form a shape of a tube. They are typically 6 to 12 inches in diameter are usually 8 to 10 feet long. The wattles are held in place by placing a stake. The wattles are easy to install and work great for providing perimeter control next to sidewalks or curb and gutter. Straw bales work as excellent perimeter control to prevent sediment from running into wetlands or low areas. Source: MPCA Stormwater Construction Inspection Guide Source: MPCA Stormwater Construction Inspection Guide Single Family Residential Construction Erosion/Sediment Control Standards (January 2008) Page 4 of 5

18 Inlet Protection Inlet protection is required on all storm sewer inlets located downstream of the construction site where runoff from the site may enter. The inlet protection must be installed prior to disturbing the ground, and only removed when vegetation on the lot is established. Source: MPCA Stormwater Construction Inspection Guide Source: MPCA Stormwater Construction Inspection Guide Miscellaneous Items Other pollution control items that need to be addresses during construction include site waste control, concrete washout, and dewatering. During construction, all construction waste on the site should be put in an approved container. Care should be taken to prevent debris and garbage from being blown off site. Hazardous materials such as gas, oils, paints and solvents should be stored in proper containers to prevent leaks and should be disposed of properly. Concrete washout on the site should be at a location which will not discharge off site. Washing concrete out into the street or into storm water inlets is considered an illegal discharge. Dewatering is another area construction item that needs to be addressed. All water from dewatering practices must be clear before it is discharged off site. If the water is turbid or sediment laden it must be treated with appropriate BMP s before discharging offsite. This may include using a filter bag, dewatering into a sedimentation basin or into a grass swale where the water can infiltrate into the ground. And sediment laden water that is discharged off site is considered an illegal discharge. Questions: If you have any question regarding erosion and sediment control on you site or on the City s requirements please contact the Engineering Department at Single Family Residential Construction Erosion/Sediment Control Standards (January 2008) Page 5 of 5

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