Completion Certificate For Building In Massachusetts
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143, § 96, a building permit is not required for the following activities: One-story detached accessory structures used as tool and storage sheds, playhouses and similar uses, provided the floor area is not greater than 120 ft. Fences not over seven feet (2,134 mm) high. Oil derricks.
In most cases, a building permit is pulled by the general contractor and he / she is responsible for calling into the Code Enforcement Department to schedule a building inspection.
In the City of Los Angeles, if the size of floor space exceeds 120 sq. ft. or the structure is over 12 feet in height, you need a permit. Any electrical work will require an electrical permit.
Beyond new construction or interior alterations or additions, a building permit is required for such projects including but not limited to roofing, siding, new or replacement windows and doors, decks, porches, pools, dormers, sheds, garages, walls, and changes in grade.
Beyond new construction or interior alterations or additions, a building permit is required for such projects including but not limited to roofing, siding, new or replacement windows and doors, decks, porches, pools, dormers, sheds, garages, walls, and changes in grade.
Decks not exceeding 200 square feet (18.58 m2) in area, that are not more than 30 inches (762 mm) above grade at any point, and are not attached to a dwelling do not serve the exit door required by Section R311.
The code allows a period of 30 days for a building official to review and act on an application for permit. Technically, if a response is not received within this period an appeal may be filed on the 31st day.
Building Department records are public. All permits, applications, building plans, complaints or correspondence regarding individual properties are kept on file. This can be particularly helpful to someone who is considering purchasing property.
What you need Type of work proposed (e.g. new construction, alteration, etc.) Any past copies of a Building Investigation and Evaluation (see 780 CMR Chapter 34) Building height and area. Classification of the building use group. Construction type. Site information (refer to 780 CMR 105.3 for details)
No construction is permitted on Sundays or holidays except where permitted by state law, in which case construction shall be permitted only between a.m. and p.m.
