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The permit required shall be obtained by the person doing the work specified in the permit. Demolition permits may be issued by the inspection services division to parties who meet the following qualifications:
A. Licensed Subcontractor: A subcontractor currently holding a license in good standing with the state, qualified to do wrecking and/or demolition work.
B. Licensed General Contractor: A contractor currently holding a license in good standing with the state, qualified as a general building contractor, or residential and small commercial contractor.
C. Special Restricted Permittee: A property owner doing his own work, who cannot qualify under subsection A or B of this section, may qualify for a restricted special demolition permit conditioned upon compliance with the following terms and restrictions:
1. Only one special demolition permit may be issued or outstanding at any time for any property owner.
2. The permit is not transferable between parties.
3. Each demolition project commenced under a special permit must be completed and receive final inspection and approval from the inspection services division prior to the approval or issuance of any subsequent special permit to the owner.
4. Special demolition permits may be issued for demolition of the following structures only:
a. Accessory buildings;
b. Single-family or duplex residential structures.
(1979 Code § 16.37.030; Ord. 88-46, 12-1-1988; amd. Ord. 92-6, 1-9-1992; Ord. 95-25, 5-16-1995; Ord. 98-15, 2-17-1998)
All permittees shall comply with the following requirements:
A. Water Line Disconnect Fee: A water line disconnection fee must be paid to water utility prior to making an application for permit.
B. Permit Required: A demolition or moving permit must be obtained by a licensed contractor or special restricted permittee before the work is begun.
C. Bond Posted: A surety bond, cashier's check, or a cash bond must be posted with the inspection services division. This bond is to secure compliance with the terms of this chapter. Special circumstances may require special bonds. Otherwise, the following bond schedule will apply:
Floor Area Of Structure Amount
Up to 2,000 square feet $ 2,000.00
2,001 to 10,000 square feet 10,000.00
Over 10,000 square feet 20,000.00
D. Release Of Bond: The bond will be released within ten (10) days after certification, by the inspection services division, of the successful completion of the demolition or moving project.
E. Safe Condition Maintained: All buildings and structures shall be secured and maintained in a safe condition, both prior to and during demolition or moving.
F. Protection Of Pedestrian Traffic: During the course of the demolition or moving, all precautions must be taken to protect pedestrian traffic, adjacent property and structures. Covered walkways will be constructed when required by the inspection services division for pedestrian protection.
G. Dust Control: All demolition projects must have means of controlling dust on the job site.
H. Removal Of Debris: The building being demolished and the foundation of the building being moved must be removed from the job site. This includes the basement floor and footings. No debris from the building will be allowed to be buried in any basement or cellar space.
I. Sewer Lateral Uncovered:
1. The sewer lateral must be uncovered by the contractor/owner at the property line. Upon notification, the sewer division will cap the exposed line at no additional fee. If the sewer division is not contacted to cap the line, the contractor/owner will be required to show that the lateral has been properly capped before the bond will be released.
2. The sewer lateral must be uncovered and properly capped by the contractor/owner within five feet (5') of the property line. This cap must remain exposed until inspected and approved by the sewer division or inspection services division and inspection approval is required before the bond may be released.
(1979 Code § 16.37.040; Ord. 88-46, 12-1-1988; amd. Ord. 92-6, 1-9-1992; Ord. 95-25, 5-16-1995; Ord. 98-15, 2-17-1998)
A permit for demolition or moving requires that all materials comprising part of the existing structure, including the foundation and footings, must be removed from the site. The depression caused by removal of such debris must be filled back and compacted to the original grade, as approved by the inspection services division, with granular fill. The work must be completed, including filling and leveling back to grade and removal of required pedestrian walkways and fences within the permit period, unless the inspection services division:
A. Finds that any part of the foundation of the building will form an integral part of a new structure to be erected on the same site for which plans have already been approved by the inspection services division, in which case it may approve plans for the appropriate adjustment and may impose reasonable conditions, including the posting of a bond, erection of fences, securing, etc., to guarantee the site does not create a hazard.
B. Finds that new construction will shortly commence and approves the continuance of the protective pedestrian walkway.
C. Finds that the foundation, footings or existing retaining walls are integral to the support of adjacent sidewalks, streets, legal easements, or buildings, in which case the inspection services manager may permit such supporting structures to remain.
(1979 Code § 16.37.050; Ord. 88-46, 12-1-1988; amd. Ord. 92-6, 1-9-1992; Ord. 95-25, 5-16-1995; Ord. 98-15, 2-17-1998)
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