RAMADAS, & ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS PLACEMENT ON PROPERTY  Structures must meet certain set- These structures typically  There are no code requirements for backs and clearances from other are detached from the and have lighting, fans or power outlets. If included . Contact the and/ roofs with open sides. They vary slightly in the project, these fixtures must be or Planning Department for infor- only in definition: roofs are solid, GFCI and/or rated for outdoor use. mation about specific zoning areas. pergolas usually have open slats or a latticed ’roof’; while a typically has more than four sides and a raised floor deck. DESIGN REVIEW

These backyard structures must go through a design review process. The City Planner and/or the City’s Design Review Board (DRB) must approve the project before a building permit appli- cation can be accepted.

Plans for this review will be similar to that of the construction documents STRUCTURAL INFORMATION but must also include information

about colors and material finishes.  Provide details for footing size and depth. PERMITS  Details for roof framing and connections  Required for all structures over 120 to posts or columns are needed. sq. ft. in area.

 Provide plans showing size and height  If project is being done with pre- of the structure, building materials fabricated parts (alumawood, etc) pro- being used, roof pitch, etc. vide structural calculations from manu- facturer with permit application.  A site plan is necessary to show the location of the project on the proper-  Structural engineering will be required if ty in relation to existing house and adjacent to a pool. other structures.

OUTDOOR FIRE SAFETY TIPS For more information, visit the entire

“Guidelines When Building Within the City” Ramadas, Gazebos series at www.litchfield-park.org & Pergolas

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#1 - Building Codes– How they help you!

#2 - Building Permit Application  Never light up a fire pit or #3- Construction Documents BBQ under a or solid- Part of the roofed ramada. #4 - Pools, Spas & Barriers “Guidelines When Building Within the City” Series #6 - Carport Conversion/Patio Enclosure  Establish a three-foot "kid- #7- Fencing free zone" around your grill # 8– Energy or fire pit .

 Never leave the fire un- 214 W. Blvd. attended, not even for a Litchfield Park AZ 85340 minute. Phone: 623-935-1066

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