FAQ’s

Permits Express saves you time, money, and frustrations while delivering fast results. We navigate through the complex process of obtaining licenses and permits for you, so you can get your project up and running quickly in the shortest time possible.

For further queries please call us at 877-792-3985 or kindly fill out the form below and we will get back to you as soon as possible.

Permit expediters understand local codes and requirements. They are also well versed on the application submittal process, this reduces the time and effort needed to get the application documentation and the process in place.

Almost all construction projects can benefit from hiring a permits service. Since permit expediters are fully aware of the process involved and all possess the expertise and relationships required to get the permits. This saves time for our clients who do not have to spend hours identifying requirements, paperwork, and contacts to apply for permits.

Our firm has a strong team who have a very good working knowledge with both Architects/Builders Engineer/contractors on the client-side, and municipal reviewers, inspectors on the municipal department side.

We ensure all permits associated with commercial roofing projects are issued. We work with the necessary departments to make sure all permits based on the requirements are issued, we also help in obtaining

• Building permits
• Roofing permits
• Right of way Permits
• Street Closure Permits
• Crane Permits and Barricade
• Covered walkway permits

We have experience in managing all commercial roofing permit requirements.

Permits can be issued from within 24 hours and some can take up to weeks/months. The timeline depends on scope, size, complexity, and location.

Permits Process for commercial and industrial projects tend to take longer. For Permits to be issued in the shortest time, accurate and complete documentation submittal is critical. Permits Express ensures all requirements are met during the submittal process.

Almost all municipalities publish their permit fee schedules online. A general guideline:

• Permit Fees are often based on the square footage of the building or structure or cost of the project.
• Electrical permit fees are determined by the service size in Amperage.
• Mechanical permit fees are often determined by a valuation.
• Plumbing Permits are often determined by the number of fixtures to be installed.
• Roofing is often determined by project valuation.

Building Permits and codes provide reasonable assurance that the building is safe from structural failure, Fire Hazards, electrical and heating systems, electrical shocks, and other health risks. Permits are also a permanent record of work performed and inspections conducted.

Meeting Building codes and Standards ensure safety for current and future owners. Multiple inspections take place during the projects at various intervals where inspectors inspect the work as progress is made, referring to wiring plumbing or line fixtures that are not connected yet. Codes are also required for environmental and energy-saving conservation apart from safety reasons.

Almost all construction projects will require a building permit, this includes: Change in the configuration of walls, wiring, and or plumbing. The specific permits and regulations could vary per city. Our Experts utilize our internal database of various municipalities and their requirements and work directly with the local regulatory offices to ensure accurate permit application and proper compliance during submittal.

The requirements for the permits are from International Building Code IBC along with state-county cities building codes. Permitting is required for Electrical Plumbing Roofing Mechanical Structural HVAC security Solar and Signage.

The Building Permits process is as follow: (Prasad Anna – I can’t change this 3 points much, cuz these are the simple and are actually how it works)

• Identifying the scope of construction and trades
• The application for the project is reviewed by city building inspectors and reviewers to ensure compliance with zoning and building codes
• Cost of the permit is determined based on jurisdiction and review of plans

Separate permits may be required based on construction projects and varied trades involved, for example, Electrical, Plumbing, and Mechanical would need separate permit applications for each. The Fee schedules for most municipalities are published online. We help throughout the process of obtaining the permit