I have seen a room built that simply took in an existing above grade window and built a closet which worked fine in a basement and it was not permitted (permit not pulled), the sheetrock had to be cut for an electrical inspection, it passed, it was approved with some money.

Any one care to share what you might know about whether a City imposed Rental Permit Fee of $94.00 is deductible and if so, what category?

Sometimes, it can be as easy as doing a minor-subdivision of land and changing zoning or just obtating exceptions and permits.

Originally posted by Rob K:...if there's no permit involved.How could there not be?

If you prohibit private investors from investing in hedge funds which on average use 1.5-2 times leverage but permit the same investors to invest in banks which use 25 times leverage and which are for all intents and purposes bankrupt, then you either don't understand the world of finance or you don't want to understand.

Apparently, single family building permits are down 60% from last year in California, but multifamily building permits are up 36%.

I know some cities in FL that will take 10 cents on the dollar or that will forgive them entirely (with a lengthy before and after inspection process and all work done up to code and with permits).

Specify how payment will be made, who will buy materials, get permits, etc.

In a situation where the landlord has a "no pets" policy in place, you are required to submit a letter requesting a reasonable accommodation making an exception to the "no pets" rule to permit you to keep a service animal.

I already know if there are any code violations/building permit/lien issues.