RESIDENTIAL OUTDOOR FIREPLACE
PERMIT REQUIREMENTS

CITY OF MURPHY BUILDING INSPECTION DEPARTMENT

Drawings Submittal:  Two (2) copies of complete set of drawings are required for plan review.  Drawings must be submitted along with a completed permit application form.

Necessary Drawings:  The following is a general outline of drawings necessary for plan review.
(Building Inspection may request additional information if necessary)

1. Plot Plan:  Must include all dimensions, (scale: 1” = 20’-0) including location of the fireplace in reference to property lines and adjacent structures.  All easements shall be shown on the plot plan.

2. Foundation Plan stamped by engineer, registered to work in the State of Texas.  If slab is existing a letter stamped by an engineer registered to work in the State of Texas, stating slab will support fireplace structure may be submitted. Engineering requirements exempt if non-masonry unit.

3. Elevation of Fireplace.

NOTE:

1. Min. 10’ setback from side and rear property lines, except in The Aviary.  A side yard adjacent to a street shall observe the same setback as the main building.

2. Fireplace may be attached to the main structure, however must provide a minimum 3’ clearance above the roofline and 2’ clearance above all structures within 10’ of the fireplace chimney.

3. All combustible material, (i.e. wood arbors, patio covers, etc) shall have a clearance of not less than 2” from the front and side faces of a masonry fireplace and chimney and not less than 4” from the back face of the masonry fireplace.  Clearance to combustibles from the fireplace opening shall comply with the requirements of Section R1003.11 of the 2003 International Residential Code.

4. Spark Arrestor required on all outdoor fireplaces.

5. Chimneys and Fireplaces shall meet the requirements of Chapter 10, 2003 International Residential Code.  Factory-built chimneys shall comply with their listing and manufacturer’s installation instructions.