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  1. shwhite

    Over-the-counter Permits

    We offer OTC permits for the following: Residential Mechanical - we ask for the AHRI Certificate Residential Re-Roof - we ask for the FL Product Approvals Residential Plumbing & Electrical (minimal work like repipes, rewire, panel change out, restore power)
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    Unreasonable Permit turn around expectations

    Be clear upfront, they will typically be thankful for even getting a timeframe of expected approval and/or plan review comments or have an idea of when they should check back in to see where the review is at.
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    Contractor Vs Owner Builder

    A homeowner can do any work to their property that they would like even if it involves MEP's or they have the option to sub out the MEP portion. We also have a subcontractor confirmation form which any sub has to sign confirming they are doing that work as well as an Owner-Builder Disclosure...
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    Do permits enhance a property's value?

    Having work permitted wouldn't necessarily increase your property value but it will help maintain the property value, especially when buying and selling. For instance, most insurance companies are currently looking for older homes in Florida to have roofs replaced and permitted within the last...
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    Unresponsive permit offices - is moving forward with unpermitted work ever justified?

    I understand the extended review times with no communication can be discouraging but in no case is it a good idea to conduct unpermitted work. If I had an ongoing project with no communication via phone/email, the I would simply go to the location to see if progress is being made and find out...
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    The Challenges of Transitioning to Electronic Permitting

    I find the challenging part of transitioning is having the time to scan and input archived files into digital files for record retention and record requests. My jurisdiction has an influx of new developments that leaves us with very little time to convert files while still processing new...
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