Jonathan B.
A Rehab turns out to be a mess - Need advice
Hi Guys,I am in the midst of having a renovation on a property in Jacksonville FL,In short - it's not going smooth but i learn a lot as i am working through it.- Electrical guy messed up my trusses while trying to upg...
Cham Vee
This is not a zoned multifamily apartment ?
I am looking at a off market property. 11 unit apartment building. all are smaller units. close to 3000 sq ft. Zoning code R6 (duplex zoning). The description says This is not a zoned multifamily apartment. Wondering...
Raj G.
Basement fnishing-Permit issue
Hi I have a walkout basement , it's semi-finish, I want to finish it ..right now it's concrete floor, brick wall I want to do flooring , adding insulation on walls and roof and adding drywall also need to add some e...
Grand Wally
Electrical permits, please help.
Have signed a contract on a home, and the inspector found that there were no electrical permits for the house. I've been informed by the seller (who did this as a rehab and is a licensed general contractor) that he d...
Todd Whiddon
Quick Tips for Getting a Permit in Brookhaven GA or ANY city for that matter
PERMITSYup... That dirty little word that can MAKE or BREAK a project timeline / budget! I know of many investors that have had their hopes, dreams, and BANK ACCOUNTS devastated by ineffective permitting processes. I...
Frank S.
City of Chicago Construction Permit Review
Hi BPs, I visited this property and noticed a complete rehabilitation. After checking our useful City of Chicago Permit Violations Websitewww.cityofchicago.org/city/en/depts/bldgs/provdrs/...I found the following, se...
Leland S.
Housing Completions lagging
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Why is everyone stuck?
For me: metro permits being unreasonably long, waiting on contractors and subs to get to the job site. Long lead time on materials.
The pandemic really tie...
Wendy Lavana
General Contractor for Violation Permit
Looking for a GC to pull a permit for me in the City of Hialeah, Florida. I have a violation on a property that is owned under a trust and the city will not allow me to pull the permit as an owner builder. I will corr...
Jack B.
Buying house with unpermitted addition?
House is listed as 1,300sf 2 bed, 1 bath but the description talks about the 900 square foot addition, which is:-A MIL apartment with full kitchen, living room, dining room, laundry room, and full bath, with separate ...
Habib Sanusi
Use and Occupancy Permits Baltimore City
Hello BP,I am in the process of purchasing a 2 unit townhome (legally zoned R7) in Baltimore City MD 21213. The property is currently modified to accommodate two families but there are no documented permits for the m...