Elite Permits

When you build a new house or go through a remodel process there is a set of construction documents that are processed at the local building department prior to proceeding with the work, unless someone did work without a permit! These historical documents are called “Building permit records.” In my experience, these records are available at the local building department for projects done within the last 10 years (after writing this post I found that Florida requires a minimum of 10 year of records retention); however, older projects also may be available depending on the records keeping policy that each jurisdiction currently has.

What is a blueprint?
Have you ever spoken with your builder or anyone about your blueprints??? Actually, a lot of people understand that you are referring to a floor plan or construction drawings, but this terminology is obsolete, and it has been for almost a century. Since the old construction prints were blue in color, many people still refer to them as blueprints.

Building permit is very important as it not only protects the property and the life of the current and future occupants, but it also saves you from having issues trying to sell in the future, dealing with penalties, and having to redo what you just did because the work was not properly inspected. In this blog, we will explain some general steps you can follow when applying for building permits. Keep in mind, though, that these vary from jurisdiction to jurisdiction, and from permit to permit as each job is unique. In this blog, we will explain some general steps you can follow when applying for building permits. Keep in mind, though, that these vary from jurisdiction to jurisdiction, and from permit to permit as each job is unique.

A Notice of Commencement is a legal document that informs the public that a project has started. The main reason to file this document, when improvements exceed $2500 (or $7,500 for A/C equipment) is to protect owners from paying their contractors twice.

Finding your flood zone can be confusing. In this blog, we will explain step by step how to do so.

Types of Construction … You might think at first that all buildings are built the same, but there are some small differences that make the permitting and inspection process trigger different requirements, depending on the type of construction.

Finding your flood zone can be confusing. In this blog, we will explain step by step how to do so.

Many times when applying for a building permit, you find out after submitting that you may be limited on what you can do based on the location and elevation of the property. These limitations are due to FEMA regulations, therefore is important for you to know your flood zone before submitting your permit.

Finding your flood zone can be confusing. In this blog, we will explain step by step how to do so.