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Revised 2-12-24 Page 1 of 5 Date Submitted (for office use only): Commercial Building Permit Application City of Whitefish, Planning & Building Department PO Box 158, Whitefish, MT 59937 Phone: (406) 863-2410 / Fax: (406) 863-2409 PROJECT INFORMATION Project Address: Assessor Project Description (type of work being done): Class of Work: New Addition Remodel Repair Project Valuation (cost for materials & labor to complete project): Land Information Zoning District: Existing Building Footprint (sq ft): New Building Footprint (sq ft): Lot Size (sq ft): % of Lot Coverage: Existing Building Information # of Structures Currently on Lot: Type of Structures Currently on Lot: Will Any of These Structures Be Removed Prior to This Project Starting: Yes No If Yes, Which Ones: New Building Information Finished sq ft (excluding basement): Basement sq ft: Garage sq ft: Carport sq ft: Covered Porches/Decks sq ft: Open Porches/Decks sq ft: Civil Engineering plans must be submitted separately to Public Works: [EMAIL REDACTED] - [PHONE REDACTED] One application must be completed per independent structure. Submit applications electronically to [EMAIL REDACTED]. Applications will not be considered complete until all documentation and fees have been received. The following information MUST be submitted with this application: One set of plans with a licensed architect's stamp (detailed construction drawings at ¼” scale) One site plan indicating: setbacks from property line & lot size Engineering may be required by the Building Official Completed Plumbing Fixture Count Form (attached – page 4) Completed Public Tree Impact Form (attached – page 5) Architecture Review Committee (ARC) approval letter (for duplex, townhome, & multifamily projects) Land Use approval (if applicable – i.e. Conditional Use Permit, Variance, Subdivision, etc.) Water Quality Protection (WQP) checklist (if within 200 ft of a lake, wetland, stream, or river) $500 plan review fee (deducted from building permit fees) (Please print clearly. All information MUST be completed.) ---PAGE BREAK--- Revised 2-12-24 Page 2 of 5 OWNER / TENANT Notify YES NO Name: Address: City, State, Zip: Phone Email: GENERAL CONTRACTOR Notify YES NO Name: Address: City, State, Zip: Phone Email: DESIGNER / ENGINEER Notify YES NO Name: Address: City, State, Zip: Phone Email: NOTICE: § 8-1-3 Prohibits the provision of permanent water and/or sewer service to any newly constructed or remodeled structure until such structure has complied fully with all city codes. APPLICANT AFFIDAVIT This application is hereby made to obtain a permit to do the work and installations as indicated. I certify that no work or installation has or will commence prior to the issuance of a permit and that all work will be performed to meet the standards of all laws regulating construction in the City of Whitefish. I certify that all the information provided in the application is accurate. My signature below indicates acceptance of financial responsibility for all application and permit fees. APPLICANT SIGNATURE: (Applications will not be reviewed without signature.) Signature Date Printed Name Title (i.e. Owner, Tenant, Contractor, Designer, etc.) *May be signed by the applicant or representative, but an authorization letter from the owner must be attached. If there are multiple owners, a letter authorizing one owner to be the authorized representative for all must be included. SIGN ---PAGE BREAK--- Revised 2-12-24 Page 3 of 5 Plans submitted for the approval process must contain sufficient detail as to allow construction of the structure using only the submitted documents and to determine compliance with all Building and City codes. Site Plan Residence address/Legal description All streets bordering property labeled Property lines and dimensions from side, front and rear yards In most cases, setbacks are measured to foundation wall A few areas and zero setbacks require measures to the eave line All site improvements including: Existing construction New construction Patios and decks Driveways (list dimensions) Indicate any trees on city boulevard possibly impacted by site plan Floor Plan (1/4” scale) Provide a complete architectural floor plan for each level Show all interior partitions and dimensions Label proposed use of all rooms or areas Location of all windows and doors Include dimensions and types of windows used Indicate window well if basement egress Indicate mechanical equipment location (furnace, water heater) Attic access – location and size Crawl space access – location and size Smoke & CO2 detector locations Safety glazing Clothes dryer vent, bathroom exhaust fans – location/termination Exterior Elevations Illustrate all sides of the building per scale Finish grade Roof slope Finish height (natural grade to peak) Stair Section (1/4” scale) Provide a stair section Show rise and run dimensions Headroom height Handrail and guardrail locations and height Foundation Plan (1/4” scale) Show type of foundation to be used and dimensions Indicate basement and/or crawl space areas Waterproofing Detail crawlspace tempering/Energy conservation code Show crawl space vent locations Indicate mechanical equipment locations Framing Details (1/4” scale) Floor framing One complete structural plan per floor identifying: Framing material Type of material Spacing Support headers and sizes Support post Bearing walls Required shear panels Include seismic connections Roof framing A complete structural plan identifying: Framing material Trusses – engineering must be provided Rafters – type of material, size and spacing Bearing walls Attic ventilation Include seismic connections *Indicate proper snow load, Seismic zone D1, and 110 MPH wind * Wall Section (1/4” scale) Complete foundation detail Wall section to show details from the footing to the ridge line Size of footing and foundation wall Anchor bolts size and location Exterior wall framing to include: Stud size and spacing Header type and size for exterior openings Truss blocking Insulation values: Exterior walls Foundation Crawl space Roof/ceiling Note from the Public Works Department Detailed drainage and erosion control plans are required for development or redevelopment that changes the existing footprint or creates new impervious area. See fee schedule. Right of Way excavation permits are required and there are specific requirements for concrete driveway approaches. For more information, refer to the Whitefish Standards for Design and Construction or contact Public Works at [PHONE REDACTED]. Permanent water and/or sewer service will be granted only after all code requirements are confirmed to be complete. Codes include, but are not limited to, such items as: paving, landscaping, required permits and inspections and payment of applicable fees. A financial guarantee in the form of a bond or letter of credit with a specified completion date may be required for any work that cannot be immediately completed. ALL ABOVE ITEMS MUST BE INCLUDED WITH THE APPLICATION Incomplete applications will not be accepted. Additional materials may be requested. ---PAGE BREAK--- INFORMATION REQUEST—NON-RESIDENTIAL PROPERTIES 1. Parcel Number and Building Address: 2. Max height of plumbing fixtures shower head) from finished floor elevaƟon: feet 3. Is the elevaƟon difference between the street and finished floor more than 6 feet? Yes No a. If so, what is the elevaƟon difference? feet 4. Does the building require a minimum operaƟng pressure? Yes No a. If so, what is the minimum pressure required? psi 5. Is the property sewer-only? Yes No a. If so, what is the private water system pressure? psi 6. Will a separate meter be installed for outdoor water use? Yes No 7. What is the area irrigated with an automated irrigaƟon system (in square feet)? 0 – 25,000 25,001 – 50,000 8. Length of service line (from water main to building): feet 9. Fixture count: Type of Fixture AddiƟons and Remodels New Build Staff Use Only ExisƟng Fixtures New Fixtures Total Fixtures Toilet (flush valve) Toilet (flush tank) Urinal Bidet Faucet (bathroom sink) Faucet (kitchen sink) Faucet (uƟlity/mop sink) Dog wash staƟon Dishwasher Shower (stand alone) Bathtub (stand alone) Bathtub/shower (combo) Washing machine Drinking fountain Dental unit Ice/coffee/espresso machine Bedpan washer Hot tub(s) Yes No Yes No Yes No Yes No Hose bib(s) Yes No Yes No Yes No Yes No 10. What is the internal building plumbing material? 11. Is there or will there be water treatment in the building? Yes No CerƟficaƟon By signing below, I cerƟfy that the informaƟon provided on this form is true and correct to the best of my knowledge. I also acknowledge that incorrect fixture counts resulƟng in an undersized service line and meter will result in the service line and meter being replaced at the builder’s expense. Name Date Signature SIGN ---PAGE BREAK--- Parks Department Contact Information Jen Sybrant, Urban Forester (406) 260-5133 and Philip Hodge, Arborist (406) 885-0049 Jennie Bradford, Operations Specialist (406) 863 1253 PUBLIC TREE IMPACT FORM When excavation / construction is planned to take place within 50 feet of a public tree, this form must be completed and submitted with your application. This form will be reviewed and completed by the Parks and Recreation Department. Permits/Approvals will not be issued until the required conditions are met and applicable payment has been remitted. I) General Information: Name of Applicant: Contact Phone: Email: Permit being applied for excavation, building, land use): Project Name (if applicable): Project Address: Number of Impacted Public Trees: Public Tree Locations: Public Tree Species (if known): Diameter at Breast Height (DBH): Number of public trees on adjacent properties with canopies extending into project area: II) Proposed Impact to Tree(s): Check all that apply Excavation within 50’ of a public tree Construction within 50’ of a public tree Requested removal of a public tree Applicant Signature: Date: Revised 2-12-24 Page 5 of 5 SIGN