REQUIREMENTS FOR CHANGING
THE USE OF EXISTING BUILDING
REQUIRED:
Provide one set of plans, drawn to scale, which includes the following.
1. Site plan
Fully dimensioned drawn to scale showing all existing buildings. Indicate the use, type, number
of stories and number of dwelling units for all buildings. Slow lot size, streets, alleys, loading zone
and parking areas. (See example on back)
2. Parking layout (if additional parking is required)
Fully dimensioned, showing stall width, length, and angle of parking. Indicate standard, compact
and handicapped parking spaces. Provide parking analysis.
3. Floor Plan
Floor plan showing existing and proposed area of remodel. Indicate use of all areas and rooms,
show all existing and proposed partitions, size and direction of swing of all doors and specify door
type and hardware. (See example)
4. Equipment and fixtures
Show locations of: shelves, machinery, counters, tables and fixed seats etc.
5. General notes and details
For example: Notes required by Health Department , new construction notes, etc.
6. Disabled Access Requirements
Show disabled access parking, access ramps, path of travel, restrooms and phones accessible
to the disabled, signs, general notes and details. (See example)
7. Records of Building
Copy of “Certificate of Occupancyâ€
