A Complete Permit Cheat Sheet

Even though there are 28,000 different interpretations of what should be on this very important portion of the plan review documents, providing the following items will get you through most building departments. Permit Place short list and create a complete permit cheat sheet for business owners, contractors, engineers, hotels and restaurants and more. What are […]

Stop Work Orders

If a garage has been started with no building permit and you are issued a “stop notice” – what exactly does this mean?  If we continue to build, what happens? Is there legal action and if so what? We cannot give legal advice. We can only give you reasonable solutions. So, Permit Place answered: We […]

Appealing A Building Permit Decision

All three model codes and the new International Building Code and One and two family dwelling code all provide for right to appeal a decision of the code official. Read about your rights to appeal at: BOCA National Building Code in Sec 121 SBCCI Standard Building Code in Sec 108 ICBO/IFCI Uniform Building Code in […]

You May Qualify for An Annual Permit

Some states and local jurisdictions allow certain facilities and institutions to apply for annual building permits to do their alterations and renovations. Universities, hospitals, and large manufacturing plants can save thousands of dollars by using this special privilege and avoiding the time consuming activity of individual permit applications. Check with your local jurisdiction at City […]

Your Building Permit Must Be Renewed

Almost all jurisdictions only allow 180 days to complete the work or to begin work under an approved building permit. Most jurisdictions require you to renew the permit prior to the expiration date or you must pay a new application fee. Some jurisdictions are a little more flexible but it is your responsibility to make […]