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Due to problems associated with unstable soils, South Jordan City is requiring Soils Reports to be submitted with each application for permit. Sub-division soils reports will be accepted when they incorporate and address potential problems that affect the construction on each lot. All other lots must submit lot specific reports signed by a soils engineer.



New requirements for electrical to be provided on plans when submitted for review.
  1. Electrical load calculations as per table 3502.2 I.R.C.
  2. Electrical panel schedule.
  3. Size and location of A/C disconnect, must be verified by Mechanical equipments requirements and documentation provided.
  4. Location or distance to required electrical outlet for A/C service.
These requirements need to be provided for clarification at plan review, to show code compliance on plans.

NOTE:
Submittals listed above are required now but will be deferred until plans are ready to be purchased as of April 1st.

NOTE:
As of May 1, 2010. these requirements will have to be part of the submittal package at the time of plan submittal, applications will not be accepted after that date without this included.


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Forms:
Building Permit Application
Building Permit Checklist
Encroachment Permit for New Home Construction \ Residential Curb Cut
Owner/Builder Certification and Agreement to Comply with the Construction Trades Licensing Act
Special inspection and testing agreement

Information:
Commercial Plan Review Requirements
Commercial Plan Requirements
Requirements that must be met before submitting plans
      Special inspection and testing agreement
Special inspection requirements before permit will be issued

Permit Application Checklists
Required plans and documents to be submitted with a Permit Application
      Single Family Dwelling
      Commercial buildings
      Basement Plans
      Commercial Tenant Improvement
      Detached Garages, Sheds, Barns, etc.

Quick Reference For Permit Requirements

Commercial Plan Checklist
Commercial Site Plan Checklist
Residential Conceptional Site Plan List
Residential Final Site Plan List
Residential Plan Checklist
Residential Preliminary Site Plan List
Check list for garages and sheds over 200 Square Feet
A complete Heat Load calc's (Manuel J ), duct design ( Manuel D)
City questionnaire Heat Load and Duct Design Requirements at Plan Submittal
US Postal Service- Mailbox Placement Requirements
Required Inspections
Residential Code information on Required Permits
Building Dept. Staff

Meter and Distribution Pipe Sizing
      Example of Meter and Distribution Pipe Sizing

South Jordan Building Dept.

Inspections- 253-6305
Fax- 253-5235

September 6
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City offices will be closed for the holiday.
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