CITY OF KIRBY

COMMERCIAL BUILDING REQUIREMENTS

REQUIRED ITEMS TO BE SUBMITTED AS ONE (1) COMPLETE PACKAGE

****** PLEASE FOLD PLANS******

NO BUILDING OR OTHER STRUCTURE SHALL BE ERECTED, MOVED, ADDED TO
OR STRUCTURALLY ALTERED WITHOUT A PERMIT ISSUED BY THE BUILDING
OFFICIAL. NO BUILDING PERMITS SHALL BE ISSUED EXCEPT IN CONFORMITY
WITH THE ZONING ORDINANCE, UNLESS WRITTEN ORDER IS RECEIVED FROM
THE BOARD OF ADJUSTMENTS IN THE FORM OF AN ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW OR
VARIANCE AS PROVIDED BY THE ZONING ORDINANCE.

FOLLOWING ITEMS MUST BE SUBMITTED:

- One (1) set of completed permit applications (Building, Electrical, Plumbing, and Mechanical.
- Copy of Contractors license, and bond or certificate of liability if work is performed by a
contractor
- Three (3) sets of detailed blue prints

PLANS MUST INCLUDE:

- Two (2) sets of foundation plans (stamped with an engineer s seal and signature)
- Construction plans (rafter plan, ceiling joists and floor joists plans) to include species and grade of materials and details of any beams or columns
- Plumbing Isometric drawings (drainage and gas piping)
- Separate electrical plans with load analysis
- Separate HVAC plans with Manual J (info on units, i.e., BTU s)
- Garage construction plans with electrical
- Two (2) site plans (showing all dimensions, easements, building lines, setbacks, etc.)
- Drainage plan (can be shown on site plan) is required for lots in flood zones SHX or UNX 90 x
130 or larger

SITE PLANS MUST INCLUDE:

- Boundaries of the area covered by the site plan
- Location of each existing and proposed building and structure in the area
- Location of existing drainage ways and significant natural features
- Proposed landscaping and screening buffers
- Location and dimensions of all curb cuts, public and private streets, parking and loading areas,
pedestrian walks, lighting facilities and outside storage facilities
- Location, height, and type of each wall, fence and all other types of screening

PLEASE SUBMIT A LETTER OF APPROVAL FROM HOMEOWNER ASSOCIATION, IF
APPLICABLE

WHERE TO CALL

SCHEDULE INSPECTIONS---CALL BUILDING DEPARTMENT AT (210 661-2100)

RESULT OF INSPECTION -- PASSED OR FAILED CALL BUILDING INSPECTORS AT
210-661-2100

IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE CONTRACTOR TO CALL IN ALL INSPECTION
REQUESTS

BUILDING CODES

CITY OF KIRBY COUNCIL ADOPTED THE 1985 EDITIONS OF THE UNIFORM
BUILDING CODE, AND THE 1997 EDITION OF THE UNIFORM PLUMBING &
MECHANICAL CODE.

1.103.1.1 A permit may be issued to a homeowner performing plumbing work on a homestead
wherein he/she resides, provided he/she is knowledgeable in the plumbing systems and is capable of performing the work described in the application as submitted. The installation shall be made by the homeowner without the assistance of any person or persons. This does not include gas system or water heaters.

2. 510.8 where such water heaters are installed in exterior locations they shall be protected by an enclosure.

3. A full way valve controlling all outlets shall be installed on the discharge side of the water
meter.

4. All foundations are to be approved by a Registered Professional Engineer. All plans must be
submitted with wet seals applied.

5. Paving concrete shall consist of 3,000 psi rating (5 sack or design mix) reinforced with
6" x 6" wire mesh minimum.

6. All studs shall be spaced (16"or 24") inches on center.

CITY OF KIRBY FOLLOWS THE 1999 NATIONAL ELECTRIC CODE.

CONSTRUCTION SITE MAINTENANCE

The General Contractor Is responsible for maintaining the construction site during the
construction period so that materials, equipment or workmen do not encroach upon adjacent
private and public property. Care should be taken that dirt and debris are not left on the streets or
in the ditches to create drainage problems and safety hazards. Provisions should be made for
storage of all materials on site and not adjacent rights-of-way.

In the event of the failure of the General Contractor to cause debris and dirt to be moved from the
construction site and/or adjacent public or private property, the City will cause such nuisances to
be removed and bill the General Contractor for the same.

AFTER POURING CONCRETE, DO NOT WASH OUT TRUCKS IN OPEN DITCHES

PERMIT APPLICATIONS

1. General Contractor is responsible for submitting all permits required
2. Permit applications must be approved and issued before work is started
3. Permits will not be approved if contractor requirements have expired
4. Only licensed contractor or his authorized representative can sign plumbing, gas or mechanical permits
5. Permits will not be approved if applications are not completed properly

**Permits may be faxed, but contractor is responsible for LEGIBLE copies with ALL the
information indicated above completed

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

Electrical Contractors must be licensed with City of San Antonio
Provide Copy Of Certificate Of Insurance With All Licensed Electricians Listed
Provide License And Permit Bond For Minimum $1,000.00

Plumbers and irrigators Must Provide Legible Copy Of State License

Air Conditioning Contractors Must Provide Legible Copy Of State License
Provide Copy of Certificate of insurance with all License contractors listed

PERMIT APPROVAL

Allow two (2) weeks for plan approval on new residential construction. This time allotment is
based on your entire package being complete when submitted, with all forms properly filled out
and all required documents included.

IMPACT FEES

Impact fee shall be determined doing the platting process for residential homes, and depending on the location of property, there could be additional water and/or sewer fees. Impact fees are paid at the time permits are picked up. Cost for water meter, and service line are not included in the fees and will be issued at that time.

PERMITTING HOURS ARE 8:00AM - 12:00PM AND 1:00PM -5:00 PM.

Permits for Re-roof, HVAC Change out, Electrical Reconnect, Foundation Repair, Sewer Water
Line, Driveway/Sidewalk Replacement and Water Heater can generally be Issued the next day if
submitted during the above time frame.

If work permitted has not been started within ninety (90) days from date of issue, permit shall
expire

PLANTING AND PRESERVATION OF TREES

The City of Kirby includes in its Zoning Ordinance a number of special provisions regarding the
planting and preservation of trees. Please read Section 8, Paragraph I, carefully before proceeding with your site and development plans

In addition to those provisions, the following are offered as general reminders to all, to help us
enhance the treescape of Kirby. Further detailed information can be obtained from the Texas
Agricultural Extension Service or from the list of "References" below.

WHAT HURTS

1. Soil Compaction
2. Chemical Leaching
3. Fill or excavation
4. Removal of some trees leaving remaining trees in new environment relative to wind, sunlight
5. Paving or foundations located too close to root zone
6. Broken branches, scars left untreated
7. Utility lines trenched through root system

WHAT HELPS

1. Consult with arborist or tree-care specialist before designing your improvements; inventory
and evaluate existing trees and/or shrubs
2. Design Site completely: buildings, paving, utility lines, future construction, landscaping, grade
elevations, watering, drainage
3. Protect tree s roots with barriers, ramps on sleepers in radial pattern, soil preparation and
moisture control
4. Prepare trees for stress: pruning, watering, fertilizing
5. Design tree wells and br vents for trees where fill Is unavoidable
6. Tunnel for utilities rather than trench
7. Pump concrete to site rather than place from trucks on site. Mature trees help to cool and
clean the atmosphere, add aesthetic beauty to our Neighborhoods and enhance property values.

Return to the Commercial Building Permits Main Page to access and print permits forms, as appropriate.