Calera, Alabama: Permit Requirements

Two sets of drawings with engineer or architect seal to include site plan, TOPO plan, plus complete building drawings with plumbing, HVAC, electrical, framing, and foundation, etc.
Complete Building Application
A copy of current state G and C License
Site Plan to show water lines, gas lines, sewer lines, parking spaces, all signs, lift station if applicable, etc.
TOPO plan must show all elevation and drainage, etc.
Compaction results (if needed) to be turned in prior to any foundation or footing inspection
Site plan must be submitted to city engineer and approved prior to Building Application Approval
Building construction must comply with architect of engineer design. Change orders must be submitted prior to inspection
Building drawings must be approved by Fire Marshall prior to permit being issued
Landscape drawings detailed with tree and planting description must be turned in for planning commission approval prior to final inspection
Commercial final must be performed by City Fire Marshall, City Engineer, and Inspection Department before a Certificate of Occupancy can be issued
Residential/Commercial contractors and sub contractors must have a City of Calera Business License prior to performing work

Permits will be ready for pickup 3 weeks after submission.

One sets of drawings
Permit Application completely filled out front and back
Copy of Current Homebuilders License
Plot plan stamped by an architect or engineer
Form surveys must be turned in before the final slab inspection inspection is done. This must be done by an engineer.
Signed copy from Health Department on installation acceptance of private sewage disposal systems at time of application submittal.
Residential/Commercial contractors and sub contractors must have a City of Calera Business License prior to final inspector being called in. This will be checked.

Permits will be ready for pickup 72 hours after submission. Proof of Utility Tap fees will be required at the time of purchase