Design Break Permit For Free

According to the California Building Standards Code, no building or structure may be erected, constructed, enlarged, altered, repaired, moved, improved, removed, converted or demolished unless a separate permit for each building or structure has first been obtained from the building official.

The permit covers any work necessary to facilitate the line been broken e.g. pressure-relief, valve-closures, flushing, block & bleed, venting, electrical isolation, alarm circuit break. A suitable protective face-shield and gloves may need to be worn when breaking line e.g. pressure etc.

Projects that change the configuration of walls, pipes, wiring, roofs, or major appliances typically DO require at least one type of building permit. Projects that DO NOT need a building permit are simple surface (cosmetic) projects; minor repairs and replacements; and minor site improvements or small structures.

Even though you can still sell your home if there is unpermitted work in it, it's recommended that you attempt to correct the issue and reverse the work that's been done to your home. The penalties that you can face if you don't make repairs or obtain a retroactive building permit may be high.

A permit is required for all types of kitchen remodel projects. This includes: Replacement of kitchen cabinets. Appliance or fixture relocation. Complete kitchen re-configurations.

Line breaking is the intentional opening of a pipe, line, or duct that contains or has contained material capable of causing injury. OSHA requires that all members of a line breaking team understand the hazards related to the material and equipment involved.

Line breaking means the intentional opening of a pipe, line, or duct that is or has been carrying flammable, corrosive, or toxic material, an inert gas, or any fluid at a volume, pressure, or temperature capable of causing injury.