Building Permit Types and Processing Timeline
Safebuilt is dedicated to processing permits with utmost efficiency. Depending on the project's scope of work, we strive to complete the first review of a residential permit within five days and a commercial permit within 10 days.
There are various types of building permits:
- Residential Building Permits (if structural work, a plan review is required)
- Remodels
- Additions
- New Construction
- Commercial Building Permits (if structural work, a plan review is required)
- Remodels
- Additions
- New Construction
- Miscellaneous Permits (Non-Structural, generally no plan review required)
- Demolition
- Gas Line
- Fire Place Insert
- Radon Mitigation Systems
- Mechanical (Boilers, Hot Water Heaters, Furnace, AC, Minor Plumbing)
- Windows & Doors, Change of Use (example: convert garage to bedroom)
All electrical permits are issued and inspected through the Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA). More information about electrical permits is available on the DORA website.