Who is responsible for obtaining a building permit the homeowner or the contractor?
Homeowners are responsible for any construction on their property. The homeowner may have a contractual agreement with the contractor for the contractor to obtain permits but the homeowner should not allow any construction to begin until the contractor has obtained the appropriate permits from the City.

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1. Can a homeowner prepare the drawings, obtain a building permit, and construct a house or addition, without consulting an architect/engineer/contractor?
2. Do I need a permit to repair or re-roof my home?
3. How long is a building permit good for?
4. How much does a building permit cost and what is the cost based on?
5. What if my project doesn’t conform to the building code?
6. When is a permit required?
7. Who is responsible for obtaining a building permit the homeowner or the contractor?