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·        Procedures do not include Mechanical, Electrical & Plumbing (MEP) permit processing. 

·        In most jurisdictions, permits are required for most home improvements other than painting & wallpapering.

·        If the proposed construction increases square footage or shall be fixed to the existing home/building a permit is required. 

·        If a structure is erected, constructed, enlarged, altered, repaired, moved, improved, removed, converted or demolished.

·        Building Permit is required to install/replace a Water Heater

·        Always call the city or county Building & Safety Dept to determine if a building permit is required for your particular improvement.

·        To advertise the construction improvement when selling the house.  If you build a family room without a permit you cannot advertise the family room when trying to sell the home.

·        To ensure health, safety and building code compliance.  Also, inspections provide a second pair of eyes checking the contractor’s work for code compliance & safety.

·        Fire & liability insurance damages may not be honored, in many cases, if permits were not obtained.

• A “Stop Work Order” will likely be issued by an Inspector if a neighbor calls it in or a city employee drives by while construction is underway. 

• You will be required to apply for the permit and pay additional fees

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• Once approved, a permit will be issued and you will be required to uncover any work which has not been inspected. In some cases, the code may not allow the type of construction that has been done and you will be required to replace or restore the area to its original condition prior to construction.

• When you’ve determined what you want to build and after you’ve met with the contractor. 

• Depending on the jurisdiction and the construction scope of work.  It can take from 1-day to 2-months to obtain a Building Permit.

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