Recent content by KayWard

It takes several months around here. Our biggest problem is not having enough inspectors or certified electricians to do the job, which creates a backlog and slows down the process. Some of you guys are very lucky to have such a short turnaround time.

Have you guys heard about the scandal around a popular HGTV show where the stars have been hit with building violations? Tristyn and Kamohai Kalama are in hot water after renovating homes without applying for the proper permits. I'm shocked that HGTV's executives didn't look into the couple's...

My sister sadly passed away after a long battle with cancer. She wanted her ashes scattered at Yellowstone, a family vacation spot that holds many dear memories for her family. I figured we'd need a permit to carry out her wishes so I contacted the hotline. They put me in touch with the National...

It's very state dependent. For instance, in Tennessee, only those who are 16-years-old or older need a permit for target shooting at a Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency shooting range. However, in Oregon, no one is required to have a permit to engage in target shooting. Some areas are off...

If you live in a HOA community, or if there's another neighborhood organization that creates and enforces rules, you will likely need their permission to build the garage before your variance is granted. If this applies to you, I'd attach the neighborhood rules that show you don't need their...

In my state, endangered and protected habitats are clearly marked for the public. Maybe your area has something like that. This topic is way over my head. Anything pertaining to environmental permits requires a professional, in my opinion.

Wow, I'm shocked that the case got so far within the system. To me, it's obvious that the EPA utilized their given authority to hold San Francisco accountable. Instead of wasting money on lawsuits, the city should've funneled the money towards improving their infrastructure.

It'll be interesting to see how would-be tourists react to the new European Travel Information and Authorization System. The fees are waved for children and those over 70, however, that still leaves a good chunk of travelers that will need to pay up if they're visiting for 90 days or less...

Which permitting apps, that work on Apple or Android devices, make the process easier? WCS has an app called Permit Portal that allows users to access oversize load permits. It also enables them to check the status of previous applications. It's available on many Apple products. I would...

Does anyone know what happened to this bill that was supposed to make the permitting process easier, create jobs, and revolutionize the industry. It's a bipartisan bill, but that's about all I can find about it. The news talked about it for a few days, but I've not seen it mentioned since July.

I understand your frustration, but I can't emphasize enough how deadly bad wiring can be. Not only can you get electrocuted, but it could cause a house fire that quickly spreads through the whole block. So not only will multiple people be displaced, but it also means using the emergency...

You have a good idea, Emily, and most contractors will appreciate that you're considering their input to make things better. We're all busy people, so I think you should keep the survey short and simple. If you include too many open-ended questions, people will end up bailing on the whole...

Good! It's about time that changes were made to ensure that we're all playing by the rules. I hope the bill passes and that it's signed into law soon.

I've run into a tricky permitting issue that I'm not sure how to work out. I'd like to treat clients out of a home office. The tricky part is that it's not my residence. Instead of using my home, I'd run the business out of my parents' house. What permits, if any, would I need for this operation?

Hello, Zeke, it's good to have you join us. You must've had an incredible career so far. I can't wait to learn more from you, since environmental permits can be tricky.