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in my jurisdiction a permit would not be required as this is low voltage. Fire just wants to make sure it operates as designed. the FD will be interested in a performance test and that the elements must satisfy the current code.

i am a building inspector and plans examiner for a municipality here in Washington. I think Eric has it correct. Building permits don't increase value. they are an administrative element in the bigger picture of the home. it is correct work without permits may cause a negotiation point in the...

permits are required, as a general rule, when you are installing outside of the prescriptive code. there are so many problems that can arise from not getting permits which most have commented on. In addition to all this if you are found to be in noncompliance with regard to obtaining permits the...

Good morning, I am a building inspector and plans examiner. If you are building prescriptively, that means all elements of your project are covered in the current code for your municipality, there typically is no need for a design professional to be involved. Basically, if it comes out of the...