Do I need a Permit?

Accountable · Post by **Accountable** » Sat Jul 05, 2008 5:09 am

I have a small spot of rot on my roof. I thought it was termites but the exterminator assured me it wasn't & explained what I should look for for termite damage. Didn't even charge me! (guess who I'm recommending in the future :-6)

Anyway, I need to replace about a 4x4 foot area to take care of the rotten wood. Any advice on whether I need permits for something this small?

Nomad · Post by **Nomad** » Sat Jul 05, 2008 5:27 am

Off the top of my head yes and off the bottom of my head it will probably have to be inspected.

Accountable · Post by **Accountable** » Sat Jul 05, 2008 5:30 am

Nomad;907870 wrote: Off the top of my head yes and off the bottom of my head it will probably have to be inspected.
That's what I'm thinking.

$50 for repairs and $350 for approval.

Trunk Monkey · Post by **Trunk Monkey** » Sat Jul 05, 2008 7:42 am

rjwould;907964 wrote: I would call my local township/city to be sure you need a permit. It seems to be a small job, they may give you waiver.

Good advice RJ. In my town if you are making a repair to an existing structure, you do not need a permit. If I was, however, building a new structure I would need a building permit and an inspection.

CARLA · Post by **CARLA** » Sat Jul 05, 2008 7:44 am

Your not modifying the existing area your just replacing it I don't think a permit is required. If its a structural beam maybe. :p