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PHONE:
401-233-1039
FAX: 401-233-1091
LOCATION:
The Building & Zoning Official's office is located in Town Hall, 64
Farnum Pike, on the lower level.
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Please note that
2006 ICC Codes are in effect. |
Downloadable Forms &
Documents
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Zoning Ordinances - The Zoning Ordinance document has
been removed for updating - it will be back soon.
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The above forms are for reference to give the
user an idea of what is expected for these applications.
All forms need to be signed by the Building Official.
These forms are also available at the Building Official's
office in Town Hall.
You will need Adobe Reader to open & print
these forms and documents. If you do not have Adobe Reader, it
is free, and available online at
www.adobe.com.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When is a building permit required?
A building permit is required
when an owner or authorized agent intends to construct, enlarge, alter,
repair, move, demolish or change the occupancy of a structure or
building.
What is the zoning of my property?
When requesting this
information please have available the Assessors Plat & Lot and/or the
current owner's name. This will help in identifying the exact location
of the property on the Zoning Maps.
Do I need a building
permit for a swimming pool (above or in-ground), tool shed, gazebo, and
vinyl siding or replacement windows?
When in doubt, call the
Building Office at 401-233-1039 and the proper answer will be given.
The answer is "Yes" to all the above.
Can I operate a
business from my home?
Always call or stop by the
Building/Zoning Office with all of your information regarding the
business that you are intending on operating from your house. This
information has to be evaluated by the Zoning Official to see if it is a
permitted use or a use that would be allowed by a special use permit
from the Zoning Board or not permitted at all.
What inspections are
required after a building permit has been issued?
There are several inspections
required and it depends on the project which ones become applicable.
For a new home or addition. a hole inspection is the first inspection
required. The hole shall not have any stone in it so the inspector can
determine if the soil has the proper bearing capacity or that the hole
is deep enough. Second inspection will be a concrete for inspection
prior to pouring, third is a prior to backfill inspection, fourth is a
rough inspection and fifth is a final inspection. Again, depending on
the project, some or all inspections may be required.
What can I
do if I have a problem with a contractor?
The Rhode Island attorney general's office urges homeowners with
building contractor problems to contact the state Contractors'
Registration Board to make sure a contractor is licensed. The board can
be reached at (401) 222-1270 or through its Web site at
www.crb.state.ri.us. (The board also can tell you whether
complaints have been filed against a contractor.)
Make sure the contractor is insured. Make sure the contractor
gives you references and contacts from previous jobs. Once the
work begins or is completed, if you believe that your contractor has
done negligent work, breached a contract, or otherwise caused damage,
you can file a complaint against the contractor with the Contractors'
Registration Board.
If a claim is filed, the board can send an investigator to the site to
look at the claim items and attempt to resolve the dispute. If the
dispute continues, the board offers a hearing and appeals process.
The Contractors' Registration Board can help homeowners with both
registered and unregistered contractors. Claims must be filed
within one year of completion of the work or within one year of the
unfinished work being started.
What are the fees for
the various permits and licenses issued by the Building & Zoning
Official?
Click here for a complete
list.
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