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Where do you find building permits for a property?
Hi,
Is it possible to find building permits for a property? Such as look up how old a roof is? When it was last replaced? Or when the HVAC system was replaced? Etc
I want to be able to find out how old some of the things are on a property so I was wondering if this is possible at all to find online. Or is this something I would need to ask the listing agent for?
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In my area I make a FOIA Request (Freedom of Information Request). The forms are on line and you can request documents such as all permits and inspections related to the property. Violations, liens, fines, etc. Zoning setback compliance. Plays of Survey, etc. Takes 7-10 days to receive documents no fee. I do this as part of my due diligence.