Construction permitting is the process of acquiring the necessary documents required by the city planning division and other concerned organizations for any development work that needs consent.

The procurement of these licenses is mandated by law and before any civil engineering firm or individual starts any new construction or renovation work, an approval must be obtained from the state or at least an inquiry from the city planning division if a permit is needed for the development task.

The Need for Construction Permits

Construction permitting is necesary to make sure that all construction projects are done in accordance with the International Residential Code and the International Building Code, which is generally the basis from which all state and city building codes are established. These building codes are created to protect individuals from dishonest contractors who use unlicensed workers and sub-standard materials just to earn more profit. In addition, it safeguards us from well-intentioned people who like to do everything themselves, only to find out that they are not capable of doing it and end up with something hazardous and unsafe.

Overall, construction permitting is necessary to ensure public safety and to uphold the standards in the quality of all construction works.

Construction Permitting and Civil Engineering

Construction permitting and civil engineering are synonymous, in the sense that construction permitting preserves the professional and moral code of civil engineering in terms of conducting fair business transactions with their respective clients. Moreover, the qualifications required to secure a construction permit are based on the civil engineering rules and guidelines in developing and renovating structures.

Obtaining a construction permit is a vital element in any construction activity, whether it is done by a professional civil engineering firm or a do-it-yourself enthusiast. It is required to maintain public safety and city planning organization. Godfrey-Hoffman & Hodge, a civil engineering and surveying firm in Connecticut, always acquires the obligatory construction permits for every development project they embark on. They are experts in construction permitting and can assist you in procuring the necessary construction permits needed to complete your development job.

Key Takeaways:

• Construction permitting is the process of acquiring the necessary documents required by the city planning division and other concerned organizations for any development work that needs consent.
• Construction permitting is needed to make sure that all construction works are done in accordance with the International Residential Code and the International Building Code, which is generally the basis from which all state and city building codes are established.
• Construction permitting and civil engineering are synonymous, in the sense that construction permitting preserves the professional and moral code of civil engineering in terms of conducting fair business transactions with their respective clients.

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