Redi Review - Residential Building Plans

Single Family and Duplex

Process Description
The Redi Review - Residential Building Plans process is a residential plan review option offered to builders who anticipate building a single-family residential plan design more than one time within the City of Raleigh jurisdiction. The first time the plans are reviewed in a full structural detailed review and it is called “lst-time Redi Review”. All subsequent structures using the same plan are "fast tracked" and processed for permits at an accelerated rate. These reviews are called “2^nd Redi Review”. The purpose of the Redi Review is to eliminate staff from reviewing the same plan repeatedly thereby accelerating the permitting issuance for our clients. If your project is not suited for this type of residential review, the City of Raleigh also offers other residential plan review options for your specific project type such as Standard Review - Residential, Certified Review and Stand Alones - Residential.

See the City of Raleigh Development Services Glossary for any unfamiliar terms.

Are there any prerequisites to this process?

If property is on a state road then all NCDOT driveway or encroachment permits must be obtained prior to building permit issuance.
Reference the One & Two Family Plan Submittal Guide prior to submittal
Client must research the parcel and address prior to scheduling a Redi-Review
Recorded map approved and filed with Department of City Planning and Wake County Register of Deeds. If recorded map is not available, a deed may be accepted
Well and/or septic tank permit from Wake County Environmental, if City water and/or sewer is not available
City of Raleigh Permit Application completed for demolition work is required, if a structure exists on a lot proposed for new construction
For any previously developed property, it is suggested that the client contact the City of Raleigh Housing and Environmental Division at (919) 807-5110 or use the Public Access web tool to investigate potential active housing cases . If an active case is found, Housing/Environmental staff will provide instructions to the client for resolving all pending issues and closing the case
Certificate of Appropriateness (.doc) or (.pdf) , if applicable (Historic Districts and Landmarks)
Board of Adjustment approval, if applicable
Client must comply with the City of Raleigh Tree Conservation process

How do I start the process?

Complete a City of Raleigh Permit Application
Complete One & Two Family Log Sheet

What do I need to submit to the City?

Standard Submittal Package

City of Raleigh Permit Application
Two (2) copies of plot plan to include the plot plan stamp Two (2) copies of building plans
One & Two Family Log Sheet
Residential Summary Sheet is required for both 1st-time Redi-Review and 2nd Redi-Review
Residential PIN Block transposed onto Plot plans for both 1st-time Redi-Review and 2nd Redi-Review
For projects that require Fire Protection features (Alarm, Sprinkler, Stand Pipes, Access, Fuel Tanks, etc.), please review and submit according to the Fire Protection Permits & Inspections Guide

What additional documents may be needed?

Driveway Cut Permitting Requirements
2006 NC Residential Code Errata
If City water and/or sewer is not available, Wake County Well/Septic Tank Permit
If the structure is within six (6) inches of the building setback, a City of Raleigh Building Setback Agreement Form is required
If outside city limits and connecting to city water & sewer, Petition to Annex form (.doc) or (.pdf ) is required
Cross Access Agreement, if applicable. Cross access agreements are legal agreements made between private property owners. They are recorded at the Wake County Register of Deeds and include provisions to allow two or more property owners to have the right of access across one or more properties. It is typically applied to shared vehicular access in the case of a subdivision, site plan or zoning condition
Certificate of Appropriateness (.doc) or (.pdf) , if applicable (Historic Districts and Landmarks )
Board of Adjustment approval, if applicable
Plot Plan Stamp

Where can I find detailed information regarding submittals?
One and Two Family Plan Submittal Guide

Where do I submit my application?
Office:               City of Raleigh
Department:    Inspections
Division:           Permits
Address:          8320-130 Litchford Road, Raleigh, NC 27615
Phone #:          (919) 713-4200
Hours:              8:00 a.m. to 4:45 p.m.

Plan submittal packages may also be dropped off at the address below and they will be couriered daily to the Litchford Satellite office location:

Office:              City of Raleigh
Department:    Inspections
Division:           Permits
Address:          One Exchange Plaza, Suite 404, Raleigh, NC 27601
Adjacent to:     219 Fayetteville Street
Phone:             (919) 516-2495
Hours:              8:00 a.m. to 4:45 p.m.

Note: Dropping off submittal packages at this location will result in a one day delay in processing to allow for courier time.

What are the keys to success?

Complete a City of Raleigh Permit Application accurately and legibly
Building plans are drawn to architects scale
Plot plans are drawn to engineers scale and legible. Must include the plot plan stamp
Ensure that plan content meets requirements as outlined in the One & Two Family Plan Submittal Guide
Verify that the project address is correct. To check the current address assigned to a specific property, check the iMAPS on-line property mapping system. If you think your address is incorrect, contact Department of City Planning at (919) 516-2626
Recorded map approved and filed with Department of City Planning and Wake County Register of Deeds. If recorded map is not available, a deed may be accepted
All building plans are designed to meet the requirements of the current North Carolina State Code(s)
Make sure that the square footage is the same on the application as it is on the building plans
Contractor information (contact information, business license, workers compensation insurance, liability insurance, etc.) must be correct in the City of Raleigh contractor file. Contact the Permits Division at (919) 516-2495 to confirm the accuracy of all required data
All contractors must have a City of Raleigh Business License, if work is being done within the City Limits of Raleigh, unless you are a homeowner acting as your own contractor
General Contractor must have Workers Compensation, unless you are a homeowner acting as your own contractor
Be aware that permits will not be issued to the final 25% of the development until all Infrastruture Construction requirements are met

What fees are involved and when do I pay them?

There is no fee associated with either the 1st-time Redi-Review or the 2nd Redi Review. Fees are due when the permits are issued at the end of the process
Permit fees are determined by square footage per trade (Building, Electrical, Mechanical, Plumbing); Right of Way; Utility (acreage, nutrient, water meter); and Facility Fees (open space and thoroughfare)
See Fee Schedule for the current fees associated with each permit type above
Payment types accepted are cash, Mastercard, Visa or check made payable to: City of Raleigh
All permit fees are processed by the Inspections Department cashiers at the same location you chose to drop off your submittal package

How long will this process take?

Approximately eight (8) business days for the 1^st- time Redi Review process
Approximately four (4) business days for 2^nd Redi Review
Approximately four (4) business days for re-submittals (plans previously reviewed with unresolved issues)

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For More Information Contact:
David Mortimer
Building Plans Examiner
Inspections Department
8320-130 Litchford Road
Raleigh, NC 27615
919-713-4204

Martin Velie
Building Plans Examiner
Inspections Department
8320-130 Litchford Road
Raleigh, NC 27615
919-872-4127

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