Detached Garage Construction Information In order to issue a building permit for construction of a detached garage, the applicant must submit: Completed development and building permit applications Method of payment A copy of the site plan showing the size, shape and position of the proposed building on the lot 4 elevation views (north, south, east and west) Building cross section or completed Accessory Building form Roof truss information (optional, could be submitted later) Foundation requirements: o Any other foundation will require a structural engineered stamped drawing Detached Garage Permit Fees Development Permit $75.00 Building Permit $100.00 Safety Codes Fee $4.50 Occupancy/Damage/Grading Fee $250.00 (Refundable other than $25.00 admin fee) In addition to the above permits, the applicant may also require electrical & gas permits. These permits need to be submitted to IJD Inspections Ltd. They can be reached at 1-877-617-8775or via website at www.ijd.ca
7.3 Detached Garages, Carports and Accessory Buildings 7.3.1 Detached garage 1. A detached garage must not be connected to the principal building. 2. Garages that are connected by breezeways are considered an attached garage and deemed part of the principal building. 3. Garages that are less than 2.0m from the wall surface of the principal building to the wall surface of the garage, or less than 1.2m from eave to eave are deemed to be attached garages and must meet the setback requirements of the principal building. 4. Detached garage setbacks are specified in each zoning classification. 7.3.1.1 Maximum Building Height 7.3.1.2 Maximum Wall Height a. As outlined in the district regulations 1. As determined by the maximum building height in the district regulations. 7.3.1.3 Exterior Finish 1. Detached Garages must have an exterior finish installed within one (1) year of the development permit consistent with materials that are similar to those commonly used in new residential construction. 2. The materials used for exterior finish must include materials approved for use as cladding, stucco, soffits or roofing under the Alberta Building Code under the appropriate application. 3. The exterior finish must be completed to a professional standard and complimentary to the appearance of the principal building. 4. Where roof slopes terminate within 1.0m of a property line they must be equipped with eaves troughs and downspouts. The downspouts must not terminate within 0.6m of a property line. 5. The grade away from the garage, measured perpendicular to a side property line, must not exceed 20% within 1.0m of the property line. 6. The side yard of a detached garage must be kept in a neat and tidy order and free of flammable debris.
Building Permit Requirements The following must be submitted with a Building Permit Application A Copy of the Development Permit Two sets of plans that include the following: A site plan that shows the size, shape and position of the proposed building on the lot of property. The distance from the building to the property lines, roads or streets and other buildings on the property must be shown on the site plan. A floor plan for each floor level that shows the size and use of all rooms and floor areas plus the floor joists, beams and column sizes and location. Elevation drawings of each face of the building. Each elevation must show the size and position of each opening (windows and doors) and the finished ground level. Cross section that describes, with dimensions, every part of the building that appears in the cross section. The foundation must be included in the cross section. Electrical information that shows the position of every light switch and electrical receptacle. Mechanical information that describes the heating and ventilating systems in the building. Professional involvement for construction methods that differ from what is prescribed in Part 9 (Housing and Small Buildings) of the Alberta Building Code must be designed by a professional engineer licensed to practice in Alberta. Some examples that require professional involvement are: Shallow foundations (foundations less than 1.2m below grade or less that frost penetration requires the seal and signature of an engineer on the plans). Pile and grade beam foundations (seal and signature of an engineer on the plans). Pile foundations (seal and signature of an engineer on the plans). Preserved wood foundations (seal and signature of an engineer or architect on the plans). Hydronic radiant floor heating systems (seal and signature of the engineer on the preengineered or custom engineered package). Timber framing, post and beam and archrib construction (seal and signature of an engineer or architect on the plans).
DEVELOPMENT PERMIT APPLICATION Project Address: Plan: Block: Lot: Applicant Information: Owner Contractor Other: Name: Contact Person: Address: City: Prov: Postal Code: Phone: Email: Landowner(s) Informat ion: Same As Applicant Name(s): Contact Person: Address: City: Prov: Postal Code: Phone: Email: Existing Structures on Property: Proposed Development/Project: Estimated Project Value: Estimated Start Date: Type of Development (Check One): New Construction Change in use of an Existing Building Change in use of a Commercial Retail Space Accessory Building Addition to an Existing Building Renovation to an Existing Building Prefabricated Building Electrical Power or Telecommunication Estimated Completion Date: Demolition / Site Remediation Variance for "As Built" Commercial Site Improvement Basement Development Secondary Suite Deck Wheel Chair Ramp Other (Please Specify): Property Setbacks (As Applicable) PLEASE PROVIDE IN METRES: Front: Rear: Side 1: Side 2: Development Length: Development Width: Area: Development Height: Development Wall Height: Entire Property Area: Total Property Area with Development: Total Development Coverage (%) on Property: Number of Parking Stalls Provided: Stalls Required: Application Fee: Notification Fee: Off-site Levies: Damage Deposit: Total Fee: PLEASE INCLUDE A SITE PLAN WITH SETBACKS & FLOOR PLAN(S) Applicant Signature: Application Date: OFFICE USE ONLY: City Hall 4705-50 Street Box 6210 Wetaskiwin, AB T9A 2E9 Phone: 780-361-4432 Fax: 780-352-0101 Permit #: Roll #: Permitted Date Received: Zoning: Use: Discretionary Development Agreement Required: Yes No The personal information on this form is collected under the authority of Section 32(c) of the Alberta Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, Section 642 of the Municipal Government Act and/ or Section 39 of the Safety Codes Act. The information will be used to process your application(s) and your name and address may be included on the reports that are available to the public. For more information, contact Development Services at (780) 361-4432. Correspondence may be sent to: City of Wetaskiwin, Development Services, PO Box 6210, Wetaskiwin, AB, T9A 2E9
REQUIRED PERMIT ACCEPTANCE I\We understand that it is my\our responsibility to ensure that the following permits and plans are provided\obtained and complied with if required: Plumbing Permit Gas Permit Electrical Permit Private Sewage Fire Safety Plan I\we understand that it is my\our responsibility to verify with IJD Inspections (1-877-617-8776) if the above noted permits and plans are required. Failure to obtain the required permits may result in the permit fees being increased or a Stop Order being issued on the project. Signature Date