Definitions

eTRAKiT Definitions


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If you are working on a permit within the eTRAKiT Self-Service Portal, you may receive notifications that list certain status types for your process. Below is a list of status types and their definitions, along with the most common permits and what their Permit Types/Sub-Types are when applying. 

1. Common Permit Types
2. Building Permits Statuses

Please see the tables below to review common permit types and the type/sub-type of permit to apply for within the Self-Service Portal.

1. Common Permit Types

Common Projects	Permit Type	Permit Sub-Type
Accessory Dwelling Unit - New Structure	Single Family New Build	Site Built
Accessory Dwelling Unit - Finish Existing Space	Residential Miscellaneous	Interior Remodel
Addition of habitable space (enlarged footprint of structure)	Residential Addition	Attached
Air Conditioner new or replacement	Residential Mechanical	Air Conditioner
Deck	Residential Miscellaneous	Air Conditioner
Residential Driveway Permit - New	Engineering Residential Driveway Permits	Corner Lot (Double) Corner Lot (Left) Corner Lot (Right) Inside Lot (Double) Inside Lot (Regular)
Residential Driveway Permit - Existing	Engineering Existing Driveway Permits	N/A
Residential Driveway Permit - Repair or Replacement	Engineering Repair or Replacement of Driveway	Corner Lot (Double) Corner Lot (Left) Corner Lot (Right) Inside Lot (Double) Inside Lot (Regular)
Foundation Repair	Residential Miscellaneous	Foundation Stabilization
Land Clearing Permit	Land Clearing Permit	N/A
Screen Room / Carport / Pool Cage	Residential Aluminum Structures	Screen Room, Carport, Pool Cage
Roof Covering Replacement	Roofing	Residential or Commercial
Sheds / Detached Garages / Pergolas / Pole Barns	Residential Accessory Structure	Sheds, Garages, Pergola (Solid Roof), or Pole Barn
Solar System - New	Solar	Roof-Mounted, Ground-Mounted
Solar System Re-install for Reroof	Solar	Reinstallation
Swimming Pool - In Ground	Residential Accessory Structure	Swimming Pool
Water Heater Replacement	Residential Plumbing	Modification
Window or Door Replacement like for like	Residential Miscellaneous	Window or Door
Mechanical	Residential Mechanical Commercial Mechanical	New Change Out Modification
Electrical	Residential Electrical Commercial Electrical	Pump Service New Service Service Change
Plumbing	Residential Plumbing Commercial Plumbing	New Modification
Electrical Work on existing	Residential Electrical Addition Commercial Electrical Addition	Addition Modification

2. Building Permits Statuses

Status	Definition
Applied	Submittal has been received
Issued	Permit has been approved, payment has been processed, approved documents and permits cards can be printed from the portal to have on-site for inspections (as required), and work can commence. Please contact the reviewer prior to proceeding with the project if you have questions about any of the comments on the approved plans.
Closed	The project has been completed, has passed all required inspections, and the project type received a Certificate of Occupancy or Certificate of Completion. No further action is needed.
Expired	Application (not issued) or permit (issued) has been idle for 180 days or more and has expired. Applicant can apply to have the permit expiration date extended by 180 days by submitting an online extension request. Expired applications require a new application.
Withdrawn	Applicant has withdrawn the application or permit.
Reject	Application has been rejected.
Void	Fees refunded and no work taking place.

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