ALASKA BUILDING PERMITS

Electronic Building Permits in Alaska

The State of Alaska uses an online building permit portal called EnerGov to manage building and trade permits, plans, inspections and issue online building permits in Alaska to residents and contractors.

All permits and plans must be submitted electronically through the Customer Self Service portal that has been created for building permits in Alaska, where payments can be made and property inspections scheduled, as well.

The Requirements for Online Building Permits in Alaska

Building permits in Alaska are necessary for projects such as new construction, additions, remodeling or repairs to electrical, mechanical and plumbing systems. All new building projects, renovations and construction changes need to be submitted electronically via the online portal. 

What Documents are Required for an Online Building Permit in Alaska?

The following documents are required by the State of Alaska for an electronic building permit application to be reviewed and approved:

• Three sets of detailed and dimensioned civil, architectural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing and structural plans including floor plans, elevations, room uses and locations, suppression and alarm system, site plans, etc. 
• One Set of spec book, structural calculations and soil reports.
• Building Code Analysis including codes and design criteria used, type of construction, size and height limitations, occupancy groups and loads, exiting requirements and calculations, travel distance, fire protection, suppression and alarm systems, listed assemblies, location on lot, etc. 
• Architects or design professionals in charge of the project must be documented, including the extent of their responsibilities through the construction phase until project completion.

All of the documents must be converted into PDF format and submitted with the online building permit application to be reviewed.

What is the Cost for an Electronic Building Permit in Alaska?

The value to be used in valuing the building permit and building plan review  fee in Alaska shall be the total value of all construction work for which the permit is issued, as well as all finish work, painting, roofing, electrical, plumbing, heating and air conditioning, elevators, fire-extinguishing systems and any other permanent equipment. 

How Can I Ensure a Fast Electronic Building Permit in Alaska?

Before you submit your online building permit in Alaska, you should contact Service First Permits for your consultation.

As the leading ePermit service in Alaska and across the entire United States, we understand the process and can have your electronic building permit approved as quickly and easily as possible.

Contact Service First Permits Today for a Free ePermit Consultation