Table of Contents Defining a 404 Permit Definition When to pull one Water in the USA How to Pull One Types Site Requirements What is a 404 Permit & How to Pull One? Section 404 requires that you should apply for a permit before filling material or dredging into any wetland portions termed as the “waters of the United States.” A 404 permit will be required unless your activity is exempted under the Section 404 regulation. This permit is issued…
What to Consider When Applying for a Permit for an Electrical Service Upgrade. If you have an electrical service upgrade work in your home, you may be thinking whether you will need to get a construction permit for it or not. The answer is that most new electrical services and service upgrades require a permit. There are a few exceptions, which are also discussed here. While it may seem to be a time-consuming task to get the permit, there are…
Service First Permits has gone national and is offering Nationwide Electronic submittal services across the USA. Recently SFP was featured on a major news site called Newswire.net. Below is a snippet of the news article published on Newswire. “Service First Permits is Now Offering National Electronic Building Permit Submittal Services SFP has a strong presence in Colorado and California, but they have now started to help clients throughout the US. Their Nationwide Electronic Submittal service is available in all 50…
How to pull a residential building permit When do you need to pull a permit for a residential project? How long does a new residential building permit last for? Most homeowners are aware that they need to pull a building permit before starting on a remodeling project. While it may seem like a time-consuming, troublesome process, a building permit is an official form of approval, ensuring your property is in line with local codes and legal to sell. If you…
Adding a new room is a great way to improve a home’s value and increase the livable space. It is more affordable than buying a bigger property, which isn’t an option for families with roots in a particular neighborhood. However, a room addition isn’t just about floor space. It can have a significant impact on the safety of the home’s structure. That’s why local governments have regulations in place to ensure these projects go smoothly. In San Francisco, the Department…
Do You Need To Pull A Permit To Add An Addition To Your Home In San Francisco, California? Adding a new room is a great way to improve a home’s value and increase the livable space. It is more affordable than buying a bigger property, which isn’t an option for families with roots in a particular neighborhood. However, a room addition isn’t just about floor space. It can have a significant impact on the safety of the home’s structure. That’s…
Building Permits help local governments ensure all buildings constructed with in their local jurisdiction are safe and meet updated building codes. All residential, commercial, and industrial construction projects require building permit. Unfortunately, the application process is very time consuming, sometimes delaying a project by several weeks. That’s why we at Service First Permits, encourage people to consider hiring a permit management company. Here’s a look at some benefits of working with such an establishment: How Does a Permit Management Company…
Difference Between Commercial and Residential Permits Types of Permits Needed for Commercial Remodel Commercial Permits Costs vs. Residential Permit Costs When do you Need a Permit for a Office Tenant Finish? Rental properties require regular upgrades to attract new tenants. Landlords must repair damaged installations, renovate spaces like kitchens or bathrooms, replace appliances, or install a different HVAC system. All these changes require careful planning along with relevant permits. At Service First Permits, we can help you through the development…
Building Plans Expediting and Construction Permit Management Services in Sausalito We provide complete building and construction permit management services for general contractors, builders, architects, design professionals, business owners, landlords and residential home owners. Our services allow clear and fast communication between public and private sectors ensuring timely approval of all building permits. We work with agencies in both the public and private sector. We have created strong partnerships with local agencies in the following areas. Building and Safety Fire Departments…
Permit Expediting, Consulting and Management Services in Redwood City Here at Service First Permits we provide complete building and construction permit management services for general contractors, builders, architects, design professionals, business owners, landlords and residential home owners. Our services allow clear and fast communication between public and private sectors ensuring timely approval of all building permits. We work with agencies in both the public and private sector. We have created strong partnerships with agencies in the following areas. Building and…
