Keep in mind when planning an improvement to first check with the Zoning and Building Department.  Also, you may need to check with your homeowners association and architectural control committee for conditions, covenants and restrictions that run with the land.  Some improvements can be enforced and governed by your neighbors.

• BUILDING PERMITS - Why do I need a permit?
• CONTRACTOR LICENSING & REGISTRATION - What do I need to know?
  
• EASEMENTS - What is this? 
  
• FENCES, HEDGE ROWS and SHEDS
  
• HANDOUTS - Helpful Handouts and Guidelines
  
• INSPECTIONS -
  
• PLANTINGS - What do I need to know before plantingTrees and Shrubs. 
  
• TREES and TREE TRIMMING - What is tree topping? Who should I contact if I need to trim my tree or replace a street tree or shade tree.?
  
• RESIDENTIAL RENTAL PROPERTIES
• SWIMMING POOLS - Requirements for installing, draing, removing or relocatiing.
• ZONING PERMITS - When do I need a Zoning Permit.
  

Below are some helpful handouts you can use as a guide when planning a project around the home.  Each project is unique and may vary from one project to another as additional information may be required in addition to these guidelines.