How it works
From "do I need a permit?" to filed.
Permit rules change from town to town, and most homeowners only learn them after an inspector shows up. We find out first.
Step 1
Describe the project
Your address, what you're building and when you want to start.
Step 2
Get your checklist
Which permits apply, the documents each one needs, typical fees and review times for your town.
Step 3
Choose how to file
File it yourself with the checklist, or have us prepare the application and track it through review.
What you get back
Everything on one page, before you commit.
- Town-specificRules, fees and review times for your address, not generic advice.
- Plain languageWhat each permit is for and what the inspector will look for.
- Paperwork handledOn the prep and expediting plans we assemble the application and follow up with the permit office.
Permit checklist · DeckExample
12×16 ft deck, raised 30 in.Palm Beach County, FL
| Building permit — residential deckSite plan, framing details, product approvals | Required |
| Zoning setback reviewRear setback 10 ft minimum | Required |
| Electrical permitOnly if you add outlets or lighting | If wiring |
| Typical county feeBased on project value | $150–$400 |
| Typical review time | 2–4 weeks |
Illustration only. Your checklist uses your town's current rules.
Who it's for
For homeowners who want to do it right the first time.
Homeowners planning a project
Find out what's required before you sign a contract or buy materials.
DIY builders
Get the checklist and file it yourself with confidence.
Buyers of a fixer-upper
Know which upgrades need permits before you budget for them.
Project on your mind?
One free check now saves stop-work orders and re-dos later.