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We started this new project type with a friend, and were energized by the level of change we could give a home and how much we could learn in the process. Home additions open up a whole new world with permit drawings and requirements and there are some things to know as a home owner that you will need to do your homework on before engaging a designer!
Permitting: Who is Responsible?
It’s time to remodel your home, and you’ve locked in your designer and your contractor. You’ve done your homework and provided them with everything you need. Now, who does the permitting and what does this look like?
Electrical and Plumbing permits are typically handled by the Electrician and the Plumber. Phew, that’s off your plate. Additional permits are technically the responsibility of… you. Woah, wait, what? It seems silly to put this in the hands of the owner, but in the end, the home and what happens to it is the liability of the owner. If permits aren’t pulled, the owner is the one held responsible. Let’s add some really good twists to this because after several of my go-to contractors let me know that they are washing their hands of the permit application process, I decided to do some research…