- The local building office analyses your structure’s floor plan, foundation plan, and material to assess if it is free of any risk.
- They also check if your structure is hampering watersheds, sewer lines, or other metal buildings in your neighborhood.
There are various codes. Some of the important codes for steel building are:
Structural code determines whether the structure can bear wind loads. The structure needs to endure wind loads from “100-year wind storms ” and snow loading according to region.
The energy code determines how much insulation is needed to maintain the temperature level.
There are several codes in different states. For example, mechanical codes, plumbing codes, electrical codes, fire codes, and so on.
In general, you will need to meet the following requirements:
- Fill out the permission form with necessary details about your project - Submitting a legal description of the property - Submitting a stamped structure plan of your building. It must be certified or stamped by a licensed engineer - The size of the building and its purpose of use - The location of the steel structure at your property - Pay required fees and wait with patience