Practice / Construction approval
Building permit
Definition
Official approval from a local building department to construct, alter, or demolish a structure, issued after plans are reviewed for code compliance.
Fig. 247 — Building permit: schematic studyNOT TO SCALE
Illustrative study — Building permit · AI-generatedSAMPLE IMAGE
Structural & construction notes
Applications usually need a site plan, floor plans, elevations, and structural details. Inspections follow during construction, ending with final approval or a certificate of occupancy.
Frequently Asked Questions
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