Owners
Code B is here to assist with your unpermitted issues.
We understand all the reasons that owners have building code violations and we’re not here to report you or punish you. We’re just here to help you get the issues resolved, often avoiding City or Code Enforcement altogether.
Like prolonging a visit to the dentist, waiting to resolve your issues just makes everything worse. The longer the issues persist – especially if they get reported — the more difficult they are to resolve, the longer they take and the more money they cost.
We can help you figure out if you have a problem, whether it’s major or minor, and the best and easiest way to resolve it before citations and fines and shutdowns start to happen.
If you’re a building owner with some concerns about whether your structure is up to code, call us today 619.546.5830
Situations That Don’t Require a Permit:
The following types of construction do not require a building permit (pretty much everything else does!):
- One-story detached accessory structures, provided that the projected roof area is 120 sq ft. or less and has no electrical or plumbing
- Fences 6ft in height or less
- Cases, counters, or partitions 69 inches high or less
- Retaining walls of 3ft or less with no surcharge
- Platforms, decks, walks and driveways that are 30 inches or less above grade
- Painting
- Patio covers 300 sq ft. or less under a projected roof and 12ft or less above grade and does not encroach into any yard.
- Repair that includes painting and decorating, installing floor covering, cabinet work, and outside paving.
Common Reasons That Building Owners Avoid Addressing Their Un-Permitted Issues:
- They purchased the property with its existing condition(s) and believe it to be “grandfathered” into the current building code(s)
- The property was built 40+ years ago by someone in the construction field
- They believe since they own the property, it gives them free reign to do what they choose without adhering to current building codes and standards
- Didn’t know it was unpermitted
- Didn’t want to pay permit fees
- Didn’t want their property taxes to rise for additional living spaces
- Didn’t know the proper steps to obtaining a building permit for a legal structure
- Some just don’t care
- The City didn’t catch them or there were no complaints so it must be ok
- Wanted to maximize the use of the property
- The contractor/draftsman/architect didn’t advise the owner to get a permit for their construction work
- All work performed was interior
- Need to continue to collect the extra income from a rental unit
We understand all these reasons, but the penalties and liabilities just aren’t worth it. Call Code B today for an anonymous inquiry/evaluation of your situation. You’ll be glad you did! 619.546.5830
