Are permits required for foundation drains at existing condo buildings in Raleigh? (condominium)

[cawalker43]

We are having a discussion about whether the City of Raleigh requires a permit for installing either of the following types of drains at an existing condominium building:
(1) an exterior foundation drain
(2) a French drain directly against the exterior wall.

Anyone know?

If such a permit is required, or an exception can be made, can anyone provide specific references to a document that states this?

We plan to call the City of Raleigh Construction Inspection Department on Monday, but it would be great if we had some information today.

EDIT: And I suspect we also can use information that's added after today.

[carcrazy67]

To the best of my knowlege the answer would be no. I've never seen or heard of anyone pulling a permit for a "French Drain."

[cawalker43]

Thanks, carcrazy67.

[SandyJet]

I think only rule on French Drain it cant be made to drain off your property, like all the way to street.

[MOD]

As long as it costs less than $5k and does not involve disturbing any building systems (structural, electrical, HVAC, Plumbing), and uses materials approved by building code... No.

G.S. 160A-417