Building Permit

Building Permit Application

City of Dike, Iowa

 

This application for a building permit will be considered when returned to City Hall completed.   You will not receive your permit until it has been paid for.   You cannot start your project before you receive your permit .   The normal amount of time for issuance is 3 to 4 working days.   A site plan must be submitted with your application if required.

Date of Application _____________________________

Name of Permit Holder ______________________________________ Phone   _______________

Owner of Construction Site __________________________________  Phone _______________

Owner's Address__________________________________________________________

Contractor's Name ________________________________________Phone   _________________

Contractor's Mailing Address___________________________________________________________

Does Contractor have proof of registration and a certificate of insurance filed with the City Clerk? ______________If not, contact City Clerk at (319) 989-2291 .

 Address of Construction Site____________________________________________________

Legal Description _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Lot Dimensions ________________________________________________________________

Construction Site ___________________________________________________________________________

 

Brief Description of Construction

_____________________________________________________________________________________________

Height of Construction _________________________________________________________

Estimated Cost of Project __________________________________________________________________

Will a Special Exception or Variance be Required?   Yes / No If yes, explain on back.

 

Will you need:   Curb Cut   ________ Temporary Electrical Installation ________

New permanent electrical installation ________ New Water Hookup   _________

New Sewer Hookup ________ Any Easements on Property   ___________

If yes, explain type of easement and location

__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Signature of Permit Holder ______________________________________Date _________________

Building Inspection Rules and Scheduling

The City of Dike's Building Inspector is Jerry Smith.   We need to call him when there are inspections.   When you are ready for an inspection(s) call:   989-2291.   The City requires at least 24 hours notice (1 day lead time) for scheduling of an inspection.   

It is the responsibility of the property owner and/or the contractor to call for ALL inspections.   The building permit issued will contain a list of required inspections.

 

 The permit holder understands that they are responsible for construction which complies with the Uniform Building Code as called for in the City Code of Dike.

 

The permit holder further understands that they are responsible for contacting Iowa One Call BEFORE DIGGING.   The number for Iowa One Call is:   1-800-292-8989 .

 

The permit holder understands they are responsible for compliance with all Uniform Traffic Code requirements.

 

The permit holder understands that the energy codes are part of the State Building Code, making it mandatory for all cities to enforce.

 

By signing below the permit holder agrees that the information submitted is accurate and all instructions are understood and will be complied with.

 

The issuance of the building permit in no way makes the City liable for noncompliance with the Dike City Code.

Signature of Permit Holder _________________________________

Date   ________________

 Additional information or explanation   ______________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

 

City Building Inspection Schedule

City of Dike , IA

540 Main St .

(319)989-2291

 

Before construction begins, a building permit notice card must be displayed on the job.

 

It shall be the responsibility of the applicant to request that all standard inspections be made according to the following schedule:

 

#1 Initial

This inspection is to be made when stakes are set out but BEFORE digging to determine proper setbacks, distance from property lines, location of buried utilities, etc.   Iowa One Call contacted?   1-800-292-8989.

#2 Trench/Footing

This inspection is to be made when the trench has been dug but BEFORE pouring concrete.   Footings, water, sewer, and electrical stub locations are discussed and tile lines.

 

#3 Foundation

This inspection is to be made after the foundation is waterproofed, but BEFORE backfilling.

 

#4 Framing

This inspection is t be made after all framing, fire blocking, bracing, and the roof are roughed in, and all openings for heat runs are cut in the floor and walls, but BEFORE any sheetrock or paneling is applied.

#5 Mechanical

This inspection is to be made when the wiring is roughed in and most of the mechanical services are in place, i.e. furnace, water heater, fireplace.

 

#6 Drywall

This inspection is to be made after the drywall is installed, but BEFORE joints are taped or plaster is sprayed.

#7 Flatwork

This inspection is to be made when the forms are set but BEFORE concrete is poured.

 

#8 Curb Cut

This consultation is to be made when the lines are drawn for the curb cut but BEFORE the cut is made.   Approval for finished curb cut made on temporary or final inspection.

 

#9 & #10 Final

No structure intended for living quarters shall be occupied or used until a final inspection has been made.

 

When you are ready for inspections, call the City Office at 989-2291.   A 24-48 hour notice is required.

 

 

 

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