All
permit applications for residential projects shall include a scaled and
dimensioned site plan. All existing
and proposed structures shall be represented. For most residential projects, the
recommended scale is 1/8 inch = 1 foot.
This checklist was designed as a guide to help ensure plan
completeness.
Parcel:
q
Parcel boundary with dimensioned property lines
q
Vicinity Map & North Arrow
q
Address, Assessor’s Parcel number, and zoning district
q
Public right-of-way (street, sidewalk, curb, gutter, alleys,
easements, etc.)
q
Emergency/fire access
q
Trees: diameter, drip-line,
and species (including trees on adjacent properties)
Building:
q
Existing and proposed building footprint with all setbacks
q
Building projections such as bay windows, fireplaces, porches, etc.
Other Improvements:
q
Driveway, parking and vehicle circulation areas
q
Any improvements in the public right-of-way
q
Sheds, arbors, decks, patios and all other paving and accessory
structures
Utility Services:
q
Electrical meter service capacity and location
q
Gas meter and service piping
q
Water and sewer service line sizes and locations
q
Fire hydrants and flow (new construction only)
Grading and Drainage:
q
Provide and show on plans proper grading and drainage design for
the lot, roofs, and all other impervious
area. See Engineering Standards for acceptable
design criteria.
Data to be Shown on
Plan Cover Sheet:
q
Total number of dwelling units and total number of bedrooms/unit
q
Total number of parking spaces provided (tandem spaces are not
counted)
q
Current building area (habitable and non-habitable, first and
second floors)
q
Proposed building area (habitable and non-habitable, first and
second floors)
q
Lot coverage calculation (first floor only,
includes all structures on the lot)
q
Construction type (e.g. V-N) and occupancy type (e.g. R-3, R-1)
Sample Lot Coverage Calculations: Square Feet
Lot size 6,000
Existing First Floor Building Area 1,000
Proposed First Floor Addition 500
Total Building Coverage = Existing +
Proposed 1,500
Lot Coverage = Lot Size / Total Building Coverage 25%
Please See Sample Site
Plan on Reverse Side
Tel: 650/780-7350 ·
Inspections 650/780-7361 · Fax 650/780-7348 · E-Mail: permits@redwoodcity.org
