Agricultural Exempt Building

What is the process?

Step 1: Complete an Application Package

  1. Complete an Agricultural Building Exemption Application.
  2. Site Plan - must be drawn to scale and include:
    • Property boundaries and fronting street(s)
    • Footprint of all existing and proposed buildings and driveways
    • Location of existing and proposed easements (when applicable)
    • Distances between all existing and proposed structures and between all structures and exterior property lines
    • Location of existing wells and septic systems
  3. ​​Floor Plan - must be drawn to scale and include:
    • Stairs to open storage loft shown if applicable

 

Step 2: Apply Online

Please apply for an agricultural building permit exemption through the online service PermitSLO.

  1. Click the PermitSLO link here: Agricultural Building Permit Exemption
  2. Click Apply
  3. Follow step-by-step instructions.

 

Planning staff will look over the application submittal package and contact the primary contact with any questions. 

Step 3: Pay Invoice

Planning staff will email the billing contact an invoice. Pay invoice here*.

Once the invoice is paid, the project review timeline will begin.

Please note for all Planning and Building applications, after 15 days of non-payment of invoice, the application will be voided and resubmittal will be required.

Step 4: Review by Staff

Planning & Building staff reviews the application for consistency with the exempt agricultural building standards listed on the application and contact you within 2 business days.

Step 5: Reach Decision

Planning staff will contact the applicant letting them know that their agricultural exempt building has been filed.

Who can use this service?

Anyone can use this service.

Is there a charge for this service?

Please refer to the Department of Planning & Building Fee Schedule for application fees.

When and where is this service offered?

This service is available throughout the year during regular business hours except during scheduled holidays.

PermitSLO Portal

 

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