EXHIBIT D
POLICIES & GUIDELINES
Section 1. Purpose.
The purpose of this Exhibit is to define Department of Public Works office procedures and policies, in order to clarify the application of City of Alturas, Chapter 5 , and the application of said chapters with other Chapters of City of Alturas Code.
Section 2. Goals.
Provide a service oriented application of the State & Local Building Regulations to the people of the City of Alturas in an efficient and effective manner. The purpose of this part is not to create or otherwise establish or designate any particular class or group of persons who will or should be especially protected or benefited by the terms of the Uniform codes. It is the goal of the Department of Public Works to provide assistance, information, and uniform application of the regulations adopted pursuant to Chapter 5 so as to provide minimum standards to safeguard life or limb, health, property and the public welfare.
Section 3. Definitions.
(A) Property Improvement. Any approved permitted structure or building shall include for the purposes of this part, a water source for the sole purpose of landscaping improvements, watering of trees & shrubbery, etc.
(B) Temporary Building Services. Shall be known and referred to in this part as "Temporary Electrical Services".
Section 4. Application Instructions / Requirements.
The Department of Public Works shall provide an informational guide along with or at the request of each applicant. These guides shall be based on the information contained herein, and shall include the following:
(A) Information regarding other City or County departments that may assist with providing information or assistance with said application for permit.
(B) Instructions on completing the application.
(C) Expected time for required approvals prior to permit issuance.
(D) Design information & applicable codes currently adopted.
(E) Design information, local City requirements.
(F) Information regarding plans & other required submittal documentation.
(G) Other applicable State or Local Requirements.
Section 5. Permits.
Permits for work under the provisions outlined within Section 5-22 shall be issued according to Section 5-26, and where not specific or covered within the Administrative guidelines incorporated therein shall be issued according to the provisions contained in this Exhibit, article IV, Conditions for Permit.
Section 6. Inspections.
Due to fiscal constraints the City of Alturas can only provide building inspection services on a part time basis. The Building Official shall establish a weekly schedule for the performance of inspections. The designated days of the week and hours of the day shall be as specified in Exhibit C, Part I.