If I use a contractor, what guidelines should I use to choose one?
Ask for and check references, and always ask to see their state license. Licenses can be verified on the Department of Business and Professional Regulation website. If a contractor asks you to obtain the permit, beware. This is a sign that the contractor may not be licensed, which puts the homeowner at risk. Department of Business and Professional Regulation

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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?