Permitting Talk

We usually tell our customers 2-3 weeks for the first review. I've heard that is pretty timely compared to some jurisdictions but i'm curious how it is in other jurisdictions because we *still*...

Did you hear about the new rules regarding sidewalk cafes and open restaurant regulations in NYC? If you’re running a restaurant, coffee shop, or pub, you don’t want to miss the newest sidewalk...

I think greenhouses don't require a building permit, because sheds typically don't, but I want to be sure. Also, I'm wondering if there are any restrictions for gardens that I should be aware of...

Hello, fellow forum members! I'm currently considering purchasing a vacant building lot in Ocean County, NJ, but I've hit a bit of a snag. The online wetland map shows that a large part of the...

I live in Michigan and I was looking through Facebook marketplace the other day and noticed someone selling a vending machine for soda. It was a pepsi branded one, and It got me thinking. If you...

Is anyone here using Cloudpermit for permit management? I'm curious how your team likes it—what's working well, and what could be better? Also, how do you name or organize your projects in the...

When the contractor quits before the project is finished, does the building permit still remain active, or does the homeowner have to apply for another permit? My gazebo project has turned into a...

What type of software do your municipalities use for tracking building permits through their life cycle? As more and more inspectors use tablets in the field, we need to find something that works...

Stumbled upon an interesting question on Reddit and wanted to share it with you all. This one is about someone living in Hawaii. They built a wooden platform on their property that was never...

Has anyone ever dealt with situations where the renovation work requiring permitting is relatively minor compared to what the building department is requiring in terms of plan drawings? I was...