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I know that many permitting obligations are determined by the event's location, but is there a general idea of what might qualify as a recreational event in the first place?

From what I've read, it's a mandatory system, at least for the building and construction permits. Thankfully, there are kiosks located in various government and agency lobbies throughout the state. So, if you don't have easy access to a computer, or you need some help filling out the...

In my area, homeowners are given a grace period to bring their new home up to code without needing to pay for a retroactive permit. Of course, the tricky part is discovering the issue before the grace period runs out. That's why it's so important to have a rigorous home inspection.

Do you look for builders who are listed as a Certified Safety Manager in construction work? I've noticed it listed on a few business websites, and I'm wondering whether it's worth seeking out those who have passed the exam.

This is the first I've heard about this family and the world's tallest flagpole. I wonder why they gave up on the goal? In their shoes, I'd sue whichever attorney or developer it was that failed to pull the necessary environmental permits in the first place.

I feel for those guys. I hope they don't end up losing their livelihood. It would feel horrible to be in their situation. You'd think that the court would fast-track their decision, assuming that's where it ends up.

Rhode Island is the latest state to simplify the permitting process by offering its citizens access to its permitting portal. The official website explains that, "The Rhode Island Statewide Permitting Initiative will establish a uniform, web-based system to be used by the State, its...

I get it, Fred. It seems crazy to think someone would apply for a permit with the wrong address. Doing so would simply nullify the permit, rather than giving the person an advantage, such as a chance to break zoning laws, since the fraud would be discovered upon inspection. It would be an...

If you've ever thrown a public event, you might've been surprised at how many permits you needed to obtain. Whether you hosted a fundraiser for a non-profit, a commencement ceremony for graduates, a political gathering, or some other activity, which permit requirement did you not expect? What...