Siding Permit Requirements

A permit is required for certain exterior wall covering and siding projects to ensure compliance with the 2021 International Residential Code (IRC) as adopted by the Village of Wheeling and applicable weather-resistance standards.

Requirements

The following items are required prior to permit issuance:

• Completed Permit Application Form (PDF)

• Signed scope of work or material list

Required Inspections

The following inspections are required:

• Tyvek or vapor barrier inspection

• Final inspection

Work Not Requiring a Permit

The following work is considered routine maintenance and does not require a permit:

• Work on gutters

• Gables

• Soffit

• Fascia

2021 International Residential Code Reference

Section R703 Exterior Covering

R703.1 General Exterior walls shall provide the building with a weather-resistant exterior wall envelope. The exterior wall envelope shall include flashing as described in Section R703.8. The exterior wall envelope shall be designed and constructed in such a manner as to prevent the accumulation of water within the wall assembly by providing a water-resistive barrier behind the exterior veneer as required by Section R703.2.

R703.2 Weather-resistant sheathing paper Asphalt-saturated felt free from holes and breaks, weighing not less than 14 pounds per 100 square feet (0.683 kg/m2) and complying with ASTM D 226, or other approved weather-resistant material, shall be applied over studs or sheathing of all exterior walls as required by Table R703.4. Such felt or material shall be applied horizontally, with the upper layer lapped over the lower layer not less than 2 inches (51 mm). Where joints occur, felt shall be lapped not less than 6 inches (152 mm).