As of April 1, 2026
A Form 100 must be filled out and submitted for approval. Certificates of Approval are required to do any work to the outside of your home.
Form 100s Fill out the appropriate Apple Valley Form 100 by selecting the township you are in above. These will include the required township documents. | ||
| Please select your township: | ||
| New Build Other steps required to build a new home in Knox Co. | ||
| House of above grade living space, with or without garage and addition with new living space. | $3.50/square foot + $5,000 Refundable Compliance Bond | |
| Garage built after original house construction. No Maximum on square footage fee | $3.50/square foot + $5,000 Refundable Compliance Bond | |
| Amenities including, but not limited to, fence, shed/boathouse, gazebo, deck, in-ground pool, retaining wall (taller than 2 ft.), pet enclosure, etc. | $113 Permit Fee + $100 Deposit
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| Docks & Seawalls | $500 Architectural Permit Fee | |
Certificates of Approval Certificates of Approval for the following must also be obtained but have no fee: | ||
| Repair & Replace for minor repairs to the exterior of existing structures with no change in dimensions to original. Form 100 must be completed. | No Charge | |
| Landscaping/Decorative Fence (taller than 2') or Garden Enclosure | No Charge | |
| Trees desired for cutting must be marked for approval. See Bylaw 17.4 for restrictions for cutting trees. | $10.00 | |
Other Fees