The Building Department of Redding issues permits for all new construction, alterations, remodeling, additions, renovations, temporary structures, decks, storage buildings, and some repairs. Redding is regulated by State codes officially known as the "Connecticut State Building Codes". Most permits noted above are issued after approvals from Planning, Zoning, Conservation, and Health Departments.
Today's Building Department operates under State Building Codes, established by law in 1972, which superceded any and all local town building ordinances. The "State of Connecticut Building Code" is amended and updated by State legislation as requested by the State Building Department. The current State Building Code was updated and adopted into law in May 1999 and again updated for June 2000.
The Building Department answers approximately 30 calls a day and an average of 22 people enter the office each day. Inspectors perform 19 inspections a day and issue about six permits a day.
Inquiries regarding the application process may be directed to the Building Department at 938-2558, where various handouts are offered. Residents are encouraged to solicit information about their projects or construction in general from the Building Official.
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