Residential (new construction, demolitions, alterations, additions, renovations, sheds, fences, retaining walls) Commercial (new construction, interior alterations, additions, build-out, white box, demolitions) Trades/ MEPs (Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing) Signs.
How do I get a Certificate of Occupancy (CO)? The City will process the Certificate of Occupancy (CO) within two business days following submittal of all required documents, receipt of all approvals, and completion of all required inspections.
Obtaining a Certificate of Occupancy for Construction Projects. The general contractor is typically responsible for obtaining a certificate of occupancy.
As a rule, we expect that residential permits (new construction and additions/remodels) are typically approved in two weeks. Commercial and multi-family (three or more units) may take more than 30 days. The potential factors that can create delays are numerous.
If a permit, when needed, is not obtained before construction, you have violated city codes and regulations; you'll be subject to fines and penalties. You'll be required to obtain permits for the work and it must pass inspection, or you'll have to return the structure or site to its original condition.
Technically the answer could be yes because the certificate is about the property being occupied. If you aren't moving in yet, you aren't occupying it. While you might not technically be occupying the space, you shouldn't move anything in.