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.