Consumer Checklist – To-Do Prior to Purchase of Home

Contact Local Zoning and Building Department

 Zoning Issues:

• Multi-sectional?
  • Minimum sq.ft (1000+)?
  • Permanent foundation?
  • Within 12 inches of grade?
  • 3:12 roof slope?
  • Prevailing siding & roofing?
  • Garage or carport?
  • Verified by review of local ordinances?

Building Department Issues:

• Ordinance established snow loads?
  • Cost of permits – who obtains?
  • Site plans – manufactured installation specifications?
  • Permanent foundation plans?
  •  Required inspection stages?
  • 1. site preparation
    2. footings prior to pour
    3. stem walls – basement wall forms prior to pour
    4. footings and/or walls after removal of forms
    5. flat work – slabs
    6. masonry pours
    7. treated wood foundations
    8. masonry or steel piers
    9. skirting or fascia
    10. steps, decks ramps
    11. carports, garages
  • Who is responsible for inspection requests?
  • How much notice for inspection requests?
  • Are occupancy certificates available if required by lender?

Building Administrator
Planning and Zoning Department

127 Idaho Street
American Falls, ID 83211
Phone: (208) 226-7625
Fax: (208) 226-7623