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Commonly Asked Questions

When am I required to get a permit?

Why do I have to buy a permit to build on my own property?
 
Who is responsible for obtaining permits?
 
How do I get a construction permit?
 
When can I start work?
 
When am I required to obtain local zoning approval?
 
Where do I get permits?
 
Can I get a permit by mail or fax?
 
How long will it take to get a permit through the mail?
 
What happens if I don’t send all the paperwork and fees with my permit
application?
 
How do I figure permit fees?
 
When does my permit expire?
 
Why do I need a plumbing permit to replace or install a water heater?
 
When do I have to hire an architect or engineer to design my project and prepare the plans?
 
When are plans required?

For the answers to these questions open the document below.