Dallas - Obtaining Permit

[Michael H.]

I’m in the process of renovating a property. I am having my contractor do all of the work who is not licensed. This will be a house I will be flipping. Most of the work is cosmetic except for 2 things: removing a 8 ft load bearing wall and moving plumbing in an existing bathroom.

Will I have a problem getting a permit if my contractor is not licensed? Can I pull a permit on my own even if this is not my primary residence? 

[Ryan Blake]

@Jon Shoop I agree 100%. Get a GC who is insured. They may cost a bit more but I am sure the quality of work will be much better. I have seen so many properties sit on the market or sold at a loss because people cheap out on the contractors.

@Michael H. Not to say your GC won't do a great job. It just tends to go smoother with someone insurance who pulls permits for at least the big stuff.

Best GC that I have been using is @Jason Coyle (does work all over the metroplex but based in Tarrant County)