(A) The construction, alteration, renovation or repair of a building, structure, pool, dock, fence, tree removal, parking area and the like, shall not be permitted or commenced within the city before a building permit has been obtained from the proper authorities.
(B) A permit shall not be required to be obtained pursuant to division (A) above for the following types of building activities:
(1) Interior and exterior painting, including roof painting and wallpapering and done by a registered contractor;
(2) Sheetrock repair, not replacement;
(3) Exterior landscaping modifications, which are not affected by another city code and done by a registered contractor;
(4) Replacement of floor coverings if done by a registered contractor;
(5) Replacement of appliances, including window air conditioners, unless an electrical connection is required other that by a common wall plug; and
(6) Permits shall be required for all other activities, which are otherwise required by the appropriate codes.
(Ord. 450, passed 9-9-2003)