"These improvements will allow for a space behind the building for cookouts, parking will no longer be permitted on the property."

Adding a on suite master bath is essential and then unfortuantly to do the project with plans and permits for a legal 3/3 things just add up. 

I am trying to build a free standing duplex in the back unused part of a parcel that has an old historical landmark building towards the front it. Attached and already existing to the historical building is an additio...

I am less clear on whether that permits addition charges for occupancy but I tend to believe it does not.  

However I am interested in hitting up a few meeting when my schedule permits. 

I am not sure if the city would allow that many pets without a kennel permit. 

And if you are going to do it on the legal side (getting permits) then when you start messing with structure/supports then that opens a whole new aspect and expense having to deal with engineers and general contractors licensed to do that type of work.

Just ask the PO Box location if they permit the use of the physical address. 9 times out of 10 they do.As for the number they call, your personal number can work, however it isn't advised.

It's interesting that the drought could both drives prices higher due to limiting the new supply of permitted homes, while also potentially lowering prices due to fear of a sustainable water supply for the existing population.

If you do proceed, hire a licensed electrician yourself and make sure the work is permitted if required.