Fines and Penalties : You may be subject to fines from local authorities for not following building regulations. Stop Work Orders : Authorities can issue a stop work order, halting all construction until the proper permits are obtained. Legal Action Increased Costs Insurance Issues
Building permits shall not be required for any of the following: One-story detached accessory structures, if the floor area does not exceed 200 square feet (18.58m2). Zoning approval is required for all structures. A fence that is not more than seven feet (2,134 mm) high.
Building codes are laws that set minimum requirements for how structural systems, plumbing, heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC), natural gas systems and other aspects of residential and commercial buildings should be designed and constructed.