How long does it take to get a permit?
Depending on the number of permits that have been submitted before yours, and if all required documents are provided, a simple Building Permit such as A/C change-out, water heater replacement, re-roofing, or other minor work can typically be obtained within a day or two. More complex work such as one and two family dwellings can take up to a week or longer, and a permit to build or remodel a commercial structure may take several weeks or longer.

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1. When is a permit required?
2. How much will my permit cost?
3. What happens if I choose not to obtain the required permits?
4. Do I need a contractor?
5. If I use a contractor, what guidelines should I use to choose one?
6. How long does it take to get a permit?
7. What happens after the permit is issued?
8. How much time do I have once the permit is issued?
9. What do I do with the permit and associated documents after I pick them up at the Building Division?
10. If I fail an inspection, what do I do?
11. Do I need a permit to do minor roof repair?
12. Do I need a permit to install a fence?
13. I want to remodel the inside of my house. What work can be done without a permit?
14. Do I need a permit to replace a garage door, exterior door or windows?
15. I need to have my doors and windows inspected. Does the inspector need to gain access to the inside to conduct the inspection?
16. I need to have my new Air Conditioning system inspected. Does the inspector need to gain access to the inside to conduct the inspection?
17. How do I obtain a Certificate of Occupancy or Certificate of Completion?
18. Where is the permitting office?
19. What are the Building Division Hours of operation?