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Designing Buildings at 07:42, 8 July 2021

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	If significant changes are proposed after a permit has been obtained, the building department should be consulted.		If significant changes are proposed after a permit has been obtained, the building department should be consulted.

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	* Approval of conditions on a planning permission.		* Approval of conditions on a planning permission.
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	* Construction site inspection.		* Construction site inspection.
	* International building code (IBC).		* International building code (IBC).
		+	* Permit.
	* Permit to work for construction.		* Permit to work for construction.
	* Permitted development.		* Permitted development.

Designing Buildings at 09:02, 7 December 2020

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	* What approvals are needed before construction begins.		* What approvals are needed before construction begins.

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Designing Buildings at 07:35, 9 August 2018

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	In the United States, a building permit (or construction permit) is an authorisation that must be obtained before some types of construction works can begin. Towns, municipalities and other jurisdictions use building permits to enforce building codes that apply on a local level, ensuring that construction works comply with minimum standards.		In the United States, a building permit (or construction permit) is an authorisation that must be obtained before some types of construction works can begin. Towns, municipalities and other jurisdictions use building permits to enforce building codes that apply on a local level, ensuring that construction works comply with minimum standards.
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		+	The English equivalent is building regulations approval.

	There are several reasons why a building permit should be obtained:		There are several reasons why a building permit should be obtained:
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	A permit is usually valid for six months after it has been issued, meaning that the work must begin within this time. The permit remains valid throughout the span of the project until completion, however, it may be necessary to obtain an extension if work is suspended for longer than six months at a time.		A permit is usually valid for six months after it has been issued, meaning that the work must begin within this time. The permit remains valid throughout the span of the project until completion, however, it may be necessary to obtain an extension if work is suspended for longer than six months at a time.

−	~~It can sometimes be the case that if~~ standard plans are agreed to, then pre-approved permits can be obtained. For example, if the structure or works conform to a basic design provided by the municipality then as long as the plans are followed, there is no need to submit ~~unique~~ plans. Prefabricated works that require simple assembly can obtain a building permit from the submission of the documents provided by the manufacturer.	+	If standard plans are agreed to, then pre-approved permits can sometimes be obtained. For example, if the structure or works conform to a basic design provided by the municipality then as long as the plans are followed, there is no need to submit project-specific plans. Prefabricated works that require simple assembly can obtain a building permit from the submission of the documents provided by the manufacturer.

−	Retrospective applications for a building permit can be ~~granted~~ if there is an urgent requirement to continue with the works before an inspector can attend. Documentary evidence of the work (e.g. photographs, videos, etc.), will usually be required.	+	Retrospective applications for a building permit can be accepted if there is an urgent requirement to continue with the works before an inspector can attend (for example if there are safety concerns). Documentary evidence of the work (e.g. photographs, videos, etc.), will usually be required.

−	If ~~there is~~ a ~~significant change in the construction project~~, the building department should be consulted ~~before this takes place since the permit is granted for a specific version of the project, and if approval is not given for the change it may be difficult to pass the final inspection upon completion~~.	+	If significant changes are proposed after a permit has been obtained, the building department should be consulted.

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Designing Buildings at 07:31, 9 August 2018

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In the United States, a building permit is an authorisation that must be obtained before construction and building works can begin. Towns, municipalities and other jurisdictions use building permits to enforce the building codes that apply on a local level, ensuring that building works comply with minimum health and safety, as well as structural, standards.

There are several reasons why a building permit should be applied for:

* Doing so is a legal requirement and failing to do so can result in a penalty fine.
* It requires a contractor to use safe and legal construction materials, methods and techniques.
* Insurance companies may not honour their policies if building work is done without a permit.
* Having a building permit enables a smoother process when it comes to selling a property.

Whether or not a building permit is required for certain types of work, and the associated fees, differ depending on the state or municipality and their rules. For example, an area that is more prone to seismic activity or extreme weather conditions (e.g. typhoons) may require a building permit for a type of work that does not require one elsewhere.

Typically, new construction (everything from substructure to roofing) will always require a building permit (or construction permit, as they are known). Work done to change the use of a structure also requires a permit, as do demolition works.

Some types of work are less clear-cut and may differ depending on local conditions; for example, decking, installing a shed, building a retaining wall, installing siding. Local building departments should be consulted before beginning work of this nature to confirm whether or not a permit is required. Plumbing, electrical and other mechanical work can sometimes be included in a building permit, but sometimes it can be necessary to obtain a separate permit.

Minor works such as simple repairs, wallpapering, installing new carpets, painting, replacing glazing and doors, generally do not require a permit.

It is usual for a contractor to take on the responsibility of obtaining the permit since they are expected to be familiar with the application process and being liable for complying with its stipulated terms. If a building owner wishes to do work themselves, they must obtain the permit themselves and assume responsibilities for complying with the building codes, having the correct insurance, and so on.

When applying for a permit, detailed plans will often need to be submitted; usually blueprints, site maps or shop drawings completed by an architect or engineer, although the complexity of the project will determine the detail and scope of the drawings required. A permit is usually valid for six months after it has been issued, meaning that the work must begin within this time. The permit remains valid throughout the span of the project until completion, however, it may be necessary to obtain an extension if work is suspended for longer than six months at a time.

It can sometimes be the case that if standard plans are agreed to, then pre-approved permits can be obtained. For example, if the structure or works conform to a basic design provided by the municipality then as long as the plans are followed, there is no need to submit unique plans. Prefabricated works that require simple assembly can obtain a building permit from the submission of the documents provided by the manufacturer.

Retrospective applications for a building permit can be granted if there is an urgent requirement to continue with the works before an inspector can attend. Documentary evidence of the work (e.g. photographs, videos, etc.), will usually be required.

If there is a significant change in the construction project, the building department should be consulted before this takes place since the permit is granted for a specific version of the project, and if approval is not given for the change it may be difficult to pass the final inspection upon completion.

= Find out more =

=== Related articles on Designing Buildings Wiki ===

* Approval of conditions on a planning permission.
* Building codes.
* Construction site inspection.
* International building code (IBC).
* Permit to work for construction.
* Permitted development.
* Planning condition.
* Planning permission.
* Risk assessment.
* What approvals are needed before construction begins.

[[Category:International]] [[Category:Planning_permission]]

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−	In the United States, a building permit is an authorisation that must be obtained before construction ~~and building~~ works can begin. Towns, municipalities and other jurisdictions use building permits to enforce ~~the~~ building codes that apply on a local level, ensuring that ~~building~~ works comply with minimum ~~health and safety, as well as structural,~~ standards.	+	In the United States, a building permit (or construction permit) is an authorisation that must be obtained before some types of construction works can begin. Towns, municipalities and other jurisdictions use building permits to enforce building codes that apply on a local level, ensuring that construction works comply with minimum standards.

−	There are several reasons why a building permit should be ~~applied for~~:	+	There are several reasons why a building permit should be obtained:

−	* Doing so is a legal requirement and failing to do so can result in a ~~penalty~~ fine.	+	* Doing so is a legal requirement and failing to do so can result in a fine.
−	* It ~~requires a contractor to~~ use safe and legal construction materials, methods and techniques.	+	* It ensures contractors use safe and legal construction materials, methods and techniques.
−	* Insurance companies may not honour ~~their~~ policies if building work is done without a permit.	+	* Insurance companies may not honour policies if building work is done without a permit.
−	* ~~Having a building permit enables a smoother process when it comes~~ to ~~selling~~ a property.	+	* It may be difficult to but or sell a property without a permit.

−	Whether or not a building permit is required for certain types of work, and the associated fees, differ depending on the state or municipality ~~and their~~ rules. For example, an area that is more prone to seismic activity or extreme weather conditions ~~(e.g. typhoons)~~ may require a building permit for a type of work that does not require one elsewhere.	+	Whether or not a building permit is required for certain types of work, and the associated fees, differ depending on the local state or municipality rules. For example, an area that is more prone to seismic activity or extreme weather conditions may require a building permit for a type of work that does not require one elsewhere.

−	~~Typically~~, new construction ~~(everything from substructure to roofing) will always require a building permit (or construction permit~~, ~~as they are known). Work~~ done to change the use of a structure ~~also requires~~ a permit, ~~as do demolition works~~.	+	Generally, all new construction work, work done to change the use of a structure and demolition work will require a permit. Plumbing, electrical and mechanical work can sometimes be included in an overall building permit, or sometimes may require a separate permit.

−	Some types of work ~~are less clear-cut and~~ may differ depending on local ~~conditions~~; for example, decking, installing a shed~~, building a retaining wall~~, installing siding. Local building departments should be consulted before beginning work of this nature to confirm whether or not a permit is required. ~~Plumbing~~, ~~electrical~~ and ~~other mechanical work can sometimes be included in a building permit~~, ~~but sometimes it can be necessary to obtain~~ a ~~separate~~ permit.	+	Some lesser types of work may differ depending on local requirements; for example, decking, installing a shed, installing siding and so on. Local building departments should be consulted before beginning work of this nature to confirm whether or not a permit is required. Minor works such as simple repairs, decoration, replacing doors and windows, generally do not require a permit.

−	~~Minor works such~~ as ~~simple repairs, wallpapering, installing new carpets, painting, replacing glazing and doors,~~ generally ~~do not require~~ a permit.	+	It is usual for a contractor to take responsibility for obtaining a permit as they are generally familiar with the application process and are liable for complying with its requirements. If a building owner wishes to do work themselves, they must obtain the permit and assume responsibility for complying with the building codes.

−	~~It is usual~~ for a ~~contractor to take on the responsibility of obtaining the~~ permit ~~since they are expected~~ to be ~~familiar~~ with the ~~application process and being liable for complying with its stipulated terms. If a building owner wishes to do work themselves, they must obtain~~ the ~~permit themselves and assume responsibilities for complying with~~ the ~~building codes, having the correct insurance,~~ and ~~so on~~.	+	When applying for a permit, detailed plans and calculations will need to be submitted, with the complexity of the project determining the detail and scope required.

−	When applying for a permit, detailed plans will often need to be submitted; usually blueprints, site maps or shop drawings completed by an architect or engineer, although the complexity of the project will determine the detail and scope of the drawings required. A permit is usually valid for six months after it has been issued, meaning that the work must begin within this time. The permit remains valid throughout the span of the project until completion, however, it may be necessary to obtain an extension if work is suspended for longer than six months at a time.	+	A permit is usually valid for six months after it has been issued, meaning that the work must begin within this time. The permit remains valid throughout the span of the project until completion, however, it may be necessary to obtain an extension if work is suspended for longer than six months at a time.

	It can sometimes be the case that if standard plans are agreed to, then pre-approved permits can be obtained. For example, if the structure or works conform to a basic design provided by the municipality then as long as the plans are followed, there is no need to submit unique plans. Prefabricated works that require simple assembly can obtain a building permit from the submission of the documents provided by the manufacturer.		It can sometimes be the case that if standard plans are agreed to, then pre-approved permits can be obtained. For example, if the structure or works conform to a basic design provided by the municipality then as long as the plans are followed, there is no need to submit unique plans. Prefabricated works that require simple assembly can obtain a building permit from the submission of the documents provided by the manufacturer.