Required Permits & Fees
Below, you’ll find detailed descriptions of each permit type, links to application forms, and a comprehensive fee table to guide you through the process.
Permits & Fees
In Seneca Gardens, certain activities require permits to ensure safety and compliance with local regulations. Below is a summary of the permits required and associated fees.
Tree Removal in Right of Way (Ordinance 95.01): No fee, but penalties can be up to $2000 for non-compliance.
Fences (Ordinance 150.006): No fee. Penalties are $50 for the first and second offenses, and $100 for all subsequent offenses.
Lot Subdivision (Ordinance 150.007): No fee. Penalties are $500 for all offenses.
Building Limit (Ordinance 150.008): No fee. Penalties are $500 for all offenses.
Building Addition / Exterior Renovation (Ordinance 150.02): The fee is $750, with a $350 refund. Penalties are $200 for all offenses.
Posting Permit (Ordinance 150.023 (E)): No fee. Penalties are $50 for all offenses.
Driveway / Patio Add or Replace: No fee.
Deck: No fee.
Temporary Storage (Ordinance 150.024 (D)): No fee. Penalties are $50 for all offenses.
Dumpster (Ordinance 150.024 (D)): No fee. Penalties are $50 for all offenses.
Portable Toilet (Ordinance 150.024 (D)): No fee. Penalties are $50 for all offenses.
Building Occupancy (Ordinance 150.026): No fee. Penalties are $200 for all offenses.
ADA Ramps (Ordinance 150.030 (R)): No fee. Penalties are $50 for all offenses.
Swimming Pool, Hot Tub, Spa, Etc. (Ordinance 150.065 and 150.066): The fee is $200, with a $100 refund.
Fence Around Pool (Ordinance 150.069): No fee. Penalties are $100 for all offenses.
Front Yard Parking Pads (Pull Offs), Circular Drive (Ordinance 150.08): The fee is $500, with a $100 refund. Penalties are $100 for all offenses.
Street Curbing (Ordinance 150.081): No fee. Penalties are $50 for all offenses.
Floodlights (Ordinance 150.095): No fee. Penalties are $50 for all offenses.
Solar Collection System (Ordinance 150.205): The fee is $500, with a $250 refund. Penalties are $100 for all offenses.