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 "title": "Local permit rules on file",
 "version": "1.0.0",
 "generated_at": "2026-10-24",
 "license": "CC-BY-4.0",
 "license_url": "https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/",
 "attribution": "Source: InstaBids",
 "page": "https://instabids.ai/us/data",
 "notes": [
  "Each quote is the issuing city, county or town's own words, an exact match (whitespace aside) of the archived copy named in capture_id.",
  "rule_strength: explicit = the source says whether the job needs a permit; listing = the source lists a permit type it issues for the job.",
  "CC BY 4.0 covers the InstaBids compilation (the selection and structure of these tables). Statute text and U.S. government figures are public domain on their own."
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   "name": "state",
   "description": "State"
  },
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   "name": "issuer",
   "description": "city, county or town"
  },
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   "name": "jurisdiction",
   "description": "The issuing place"
  },
  {
   "name": "trade",
   "description": "plumber, roofer or hvac"
  },
  {
   "name": "job",
   "description": "The home job the rule is about"
  },
  {
   "name": "rule_strength",
   "description": "explicit or listing"
  },
  {
   "name": "heading",
   "description": "Heading for the passage as recorded by InstaBids (from the source or the page that links to it; case may differ)"
  },
  {
   "name": "quote",
   "description": "The source's own words"
  },
  {
   "name": "source_url",
   "description": "The official source"
  },
  {
   "name": "source_label",
   "description": "Name of the source file as recorded by InstaBids (from the file or the link to it), when it has one"
  },
  {
   "name": "source_revised",
   "description": "File metadata date of the source file as recorded by InstaBids, when it has one"
  },
  {
   "name": "read_date",
   "description": "Day the source was read"
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   "name": "capture_id",
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   "state": "California",
   "issuer": "city",
   "jurisdiction": "San Francisco",
   "trade": "plumber",
   "job": "cutting into or replacing pipes",
   "rule_strength": "explicit",
   "heading": "Requirements",
   "quote": "You need a permit before cutting into or replacing pipes, particularly pipes that will be covered by a wall or buried in the ground.",
   "source_url": "https://www.sf.gov/apply-plumbing-and-mechanical-permit",
   "source_label": "",
   "source_revised": "",
   "read_date": "2026-10-22",
   "capture_id": "data/permit-rules/captures/ca-san-francisco--www-sf-gov-apply-plumbing-and-mechanical-permit-1e9e3224.txt"
  },
  {
   "state": "California",
   "issuer": "city",
   "jurisdiction": "San Francisco",
   "trade": "plumber",
   "job": "repair of leaks not requiring cutting into or removing piping",
   "rule_strength": "explicit",
   "heading": "104.2 Exempt Work. A permit shall not be required for the following:",
   "quote": "Repair of leaks not requiring cutting into or removing piping.",
   "source_url": "https://media.api.sf.gov/documents/2025_SF_Plumbing_Code.pdf",
   "source_label": "2025 Code Adoption - San Francisco Plumbing Code (SFPC) - Revisions and Updates to the 2022 SFPC",
   "source_revised": "Tue May  6 18:28:47 2025 EDT",
   "read_date": "2026-10-22",
   "capture_id": "data/permit-rules/captures/ca-san-francisco--media-api-sf-gov-documents-2025-sf-plumbing-code-pdf-e347d3bf.txt"
  },
  {
   "state": "Florida",
   "issuer": "city",
   "jurisdiction": "Gainesville",
   "trade": "plumber",
   "job": "digging or excavation in the city right-of-way",
   "rule_strength": "explicit",
   "heading": "ROW Permitting",
   "quote": "The City of Gainesville Code of Ordinances requires any person or entity wanting to obstruct a city right-of-way to obtain a permit from the Public Works Department. This includes, but is not limited to, temporarily obstructing vehicular or pedestrian traffic or any digging and/or excavation.",
   "source_url": "https://www.gainesvillefl.gov/Government-Pages/Government/Departments/Public-Works/ROW-Permitting",
   "source_label": "",
   "source_revised": "",
   "read_date": "2026-10-22",
   "capture_id": "data/permit-rules/captures/fl-gainesville--www-gainesvillefl-gov-government-pages-government-departments-public-w-e970850d.txt"
  },
  {
   "state": "Texas",
   "issuer": "city",
   "jurisdiction": "Fort Worth",
   "trade": "roofer",
   "job": "shingle work and decking, lathing, sheathing, rafter or ridge board replacement",
   "rule_strength": "explicit",
   "heading": "Roofing",
   "quote": "Replacement of decking material, lathing boards, sheathing boards, rafters or ridge boards requires a building permit. Shingle work does not require a permit, but there is a limit on the number of shingle layers allowed.",
   "source_url": "https://www.fortworthtexas.gov/departments/development-services/permits/residential-information",
   "source_label": "",
   "source_revised": "",
   "read_date": "2026-10-17",
   "capture_id": "data/permit-rules/captures/tx-fort-worth--www-fortworthtexas-gov-departments-development-services-permits-reside-b1e2f06a.txt"
  },
  {
   "state": "Texas",
   "issuer": "city",
   "jurisdiction": "Fort Worth",
   "trade": "roofer",
   "job": "decking replacement",
   "rule_strength": "explicit",
   "heading": "Roofing FAQs",
   "quote": "6. Is a permit required for a replacement roof on a single family or two-family dwelling if I am only replacing shingles and no decking is replaced?\nNo\n7. Is a permit required if any decking is replaced?\nYes",
   "source_url": "https://www.fortworthtexas.gov/files/assets/public/development-services/documents/roofing-faq.pdf",
   "source_label": "Roofing FAQs",
   "source_revised": "",
   "read_date": "2026-10-22",
   "capture_id": "data/permit-rules/captures/tx-fort-worth--www-fortworthtexas-gov-files-assets-public-development-services-docume-4c66be43.txt"
  },
  {
   "state": "Texas",
   "issuer": "city",
   "jurisdiction": "Fort Worth",
   "trade": "plumber",
   "job": "cosmetic remodels and plumbing fixture replacement",
   "rule_strength": "explicit",
   "heading": "Do I need a permit for my project?",
   "quote": "Permits are not required for \"cosmetic\" remodels (floor or wall covering, cabinets, counter tops, shelving, etc.) or plumbing fixture replacement.\nAll permits may be applied for online. Permit applicants must be a registered building contractor or must meet the requirements for a homestead permit, which include working on a building owned and occupied by them solely as their primary residence as demonstrated by either a homestead exemption granted by the appraisal district.",
   "source_url": "https://www.fortworthtexas.gov/departments/development-services/permits/residential-information",
   "source_label": "",
   "source_revised": "",
   "read_date": "2026-10-17",
   "capture_id": "data/permit-rules/captures/tx-fort-worth--www-fortworthtexas-gov-departments-development-services-permits-reside-b1e2f06a.txt"
  },
  {
   "state": "Texas",
   "issuer": "city",
   "jurisdiction": "Fort Worth",
   "trade": "plumber",
   "job": "plumbing, including water heaters and shower pans",
   "rule_strength": "explicit",
   "heading": "Plumbing and Sprinkler/Irrigation Systems",
   "quote": "Changing, installing, moving or repairing plumbing, including water heaters and shower pans requires a plumbing permit. New sprinkler system installations and valve replacement requires a plumbing permit.",
   "source_url": "https://www.fortworthtexas.gov/departments/development-services/permits/residential-information",
   "source_label": "",
   "source_revised": "",
   "read_date": "2026-10-17",
   "capture_id": "data/permit-rules/captures/tx-fort-worth--www-fortworthtexas-gov-departments-development-services-permits-reside-b1e2f06a.txt"
  },
  {
   "state": "Texas",
   "issuer": "city",
   "jurisdiction": "Plano",
   "trade": "plumber",
   "job": "water heaters",
   "rule_strength": "explicit",
   "heading": "When Is a Permit Required?",
   "quote": "Water heaters (replacing or adding).",
   "source_url": "https://content.civicplus.com/api/assets/eaf4603a-f732-4289-9bff-f630b3b7c32a",
   "source_label": "When is a Permit Required?",
   "source_revised": "Thu Feb 2 11:50:49 2017 EST",
   "read_date": "2026-10-22",
   "capture_id": "data/permit-rules/captures/tx-plano--content-civicplus-com-api-assets-eaf4603a-f732-4289-9bff-f630b3b7c32a-340696f5.txt"
  },
  {
   "state": "Nevada",
   "issuer": "city",
   "jurisdiction": "Las Vegas",
   "trade": "general contractor",
   "job": "general building work",
   "rule_strength": "explicit",
   "heading": "Can I build an addition or wall on my property?",
   "quote": "A building permit is required to erect, construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, improve, remove, convert or demolish a building or structure.",
   "source_url": "https://files.lasvegasnevada.gov/code-enforcement/CE-20-Questions-ENGLISH.pdf",
   "source_label": "",
   "source_revised": "",
   "read_date": "2026-10-24",
   "capture_id": "data/permit-rules/captures/nv-las-vegas--files-lasvegasnevada-gov-code-enforcement-ce-20-questions-en-4ac043fb.txt"
  },
  {
   "state": "Illinois",
   "issuer": "city",
   "jurisdiction": "Chicago",
   "trade": "general contractor",
   "job": "general building work",
   "rule_strength": "explicit",
   "heading": "Permits",
   "quote": "A permit is required before beginning most construction, demolition, and repair work.",
   "source_url": "https://www.chicago.gov/city/en/depts/bldgs/provdrs/permits.html",
   "source_label": "",
   "source_revised": "",
   "read_date": "2026-10-24",
   "capture_id": "data/permit-rules/captures/il-chicago--www-chicago-gov-city-en-depts-bldgs-provdrs-permits-html-79ace728.txt"
  },
  {
   "state": "Pennsylvania",
   "issuer": "city",
   "jurisdiction": "Philadelphia",
   "trade": "general contractor",
   "job": "general building work",
   "rule_strength": "explicit",
   "heading": "Do I need a Building Permit?",
   "quote": "A Building Permit is required to repair, change, or add to a structure and for the installation of equipment.",
   "source_url": "https://www.phila.gov/media/20260602151416/StartRight-FINAL-6.2026.pdf",
   "source_label": "",
   "source_revised": "",
   "read_date": "2026-10-24",
   "capture_id": "data/permit-rules/captures/pa-philadelphia--www-phila-gov-media-20260602151416-startright-final-6-2026-p-6761297e.txt"
  },
  {
   "state": "Pennsylvania",
   "issuer": "city",
   "jurisdiction": "Pittsburgh",
   "trade": "general contractor",
   "job": "general building work",
   "rule_strength": "explicit",
   "heading": "Permit Type",
   "quote": "To construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, demolish or change the occupancy of a building, structure, and facility.",
   "source_url": "https://www.pittsburghpa.gov/Business-Development/Permits-Licenses-and-Inspections/Permits",
   "source_label": "",
   "source_revised": "",
   "read_date": "2026-10-24",
   "capture_id": "data/permit-rules/captures/pa-pittsburgh--www-pittsburghpa-gov-business-development-permits-licenses-a-eee5b55d.txt"
  },
  {
   "state": "Arizona",
   "issuer": "city",
   "jurisdiction": "Phoenix",
   "trade": "general contractor",
   "job": "general building work",
   "rule_strength": "explicit",
   "heading": "Residential Additions and Remodels",
   "quote": "Residential construction permits are needed when existing homes are remodeled or additions are made.",
   "source_url": "https://www.phoenix.gov/administration/departments/pdd/residential-building/resident-plan-reviews/additions-remodels.html",
   "source_label": "",
   "source_revised": "",
   "read_date": "2026-10-24",
   "capture_id": "data/permit-rules/captures/az-phoenix--www-phoenix-gov-administration-departments-pdd-residential-b-2b5a8d8e.txt"
  },
  {
   "state": "Florida",
   "issuer": "city",
   "jurisdiction": "Jacksonville",
   "trade": "general contractor",
   "job": "general building work",
   "rule_strength": "explicit",
   "heading": "Permitting Non-Commercial Work (Residential)",
   "quote": "Permits-When Required: Section 105.1. FBC states that any owner, authorized agent, or contractor who desires to construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, demolish, or change the occupancy of a building or structure, or to erect, install, enlarge, alter, repair, remove, convert, or replace any electrical, gas, mechanical, or plumbing system, the installation of which is regulated by the technical codes, or to cause any such work to be done, shall first make application to the building official and obtain the required permit for the work.",
   "source_url": "https://www.jacksonville.gov/departments/planning-and-development/building-inspection-division/residential-permits",
   "source_label": "",
   "source_revised": "",
   "read_date": "2026-10-24",
   "capture_id": "data/permit-rules/captures/fl-jacksonville--www-jacksonville-gov-departments-planning-and-development-bu-21a2d2db.txt"
  },
  {
   "state": "Florida",
   "issuer": "city",
   "jurisdiction": "Orlando",
   "trade": "general contractor",
   "job": "general building work",
   "rule_strength": "explicit",
   "heading": "Residential construction and additions",
   "quote": "Permits are required for most construction projects.",
   "source_url": "https://www.orlando.gov/Building-Development/Permits-Inspections/Get-a-Permit/Permitting-Checklists/Residential-Permitting-Guide",
   "source_label": "",
   "source_revised": "",
   "read_date": "2026-10-24",
   "capture_id": "data/permit-rules/captures/fl-orlando--www-orlando-gov-building-development-permits-inspections-get-875b0969.txt"
  },
  {
   "state": "Georgia",
   "issuer": "city",
   "jurisdiction": "Atlanta",
   "trade": "general contractor",
   "job": "general building work",
   "rule_strength": "explicit",
   "heading": "Why do we permit?",
   "quote": "Unless exempted, it shall be unlawful to construct, erect, demolish, install, alter or repair or to commence the construction, erection, demolition, installation, alteration or repair of any building, structure, equipment, appliances or system without first obtaining a building permit.",
   "source_url": "https://www.atlantaga.gov/government/departments/city-planning/zoning-development-permitting-services/getting-started-with-our-zd-p-services/learn-about-zoning-building-codes",
   "source_label": "",
   "source_revised": "",
   "read_date": "2026-10-24",
   "capture_id": "data/permit-rules/captures/ga-atlanta--www-atlantaga-gov-government-departments-city-planning-zonin-19ebb1ef.txt"
  },
  {
   "state": "North Carolina",
   "issuer": "county",
   "jurisdiction": "Charlotte",
   "trade": "general contractor",
   "job": "general building work",
   "rule_strength": "explicit",
   "heading": "Permitting",
   "quote": "Permits are also required for Residential Work on one- and two-family dwellings and townhomes related to any new construction, reconstruction, alteration, repair, movement to another site, removal or demolition of any building.",
   "source_url": "https://code.mecknc.gov/permitting",
   "source_label": "",
   "source_revised": "",
   "read_date": "2026-10-24",
   "capture_id": "data/permit-rules/captures/nc-charlotte--code-mecknc-gov-permitting-5f39f140.txt"
  },
  {
   "state": "California",
   "issuer": "city",
   "jurisdiction": "Sacramento",
   "trade": "general contractor",
   "job": "general building work",
   "rule_strength": "explicit",
   "heading": "Building Permits",
   "quote": "Permits are required for all new construction and, in most cases, structural modifications, and replacements and remodeling.",
   "source_url": "https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/edd/business/grow-here/permitting-zoning",
   "source_label": "",
   "source_revised": "",
   "read_date": "2026-10-24",
   "capture_id": "data/permit-rules/captures/ca-sacramento--www-cityofsacramento-gov-edd-business-grow-here-permitting-z-78d0ba4b.txt"
  },
  {
   "state": "Washington",
   "issuer": "city",
   "jurisdiction": "Spokane",
   "trade": "general contractor",
   "job": "general building work",
   "rule_strength": "explicit",
   "heading": "Section 17G.010.100 Types of Permits",
   "quote": "A person needs a building permit (which may be in the form of a factory-built or manufactured housing permit as well as a standard building permit) and also, depending upon the circumstances of the particular case, some combination of demolition, grading, sign, swimming pool, parking lot, and site preparation, building moving and relocation, street encroachment, boiler installation and operating, electrical, elevator installation and operating, storage tank installation, private fire hydrant installation, mechanical, plumbing, side sewer installation and connection, water line tapping, shoreline development permits, flood management permits, street address assignment, and a variety of similar approvals for new construction or placement, alteration, repair or demolition of a building, structure or other improvement to land; and for the new installation, alteration, repair or operation of a building’s boiler, electrical, elevator, fire protection, mechanical and plumbing systems.",
   "source_url": "https://my.spokanecity.org/smc/?Section=17G.010.100",
   "source_label": "Spokane Municipal Code",
   "source_revised": "",
   "read_date": "2026-10-24",
   "capture_id": "data/permit-rules/captures/wa-spokane--my-spokanecity-org-smc-section-17g-010-100-6992af65.txt"
  },
  {
   "state": "Alabama",
   "issuer": "city",
   "jurisdiction": "Huntsville",
   "trade": "general contractor",
   "job": "general building work",
   "rule_strength": "explicit",
   "heading": "When do I need a building permit?",
   "quote": "A building permit must be obtained if the cost of the material and labor for such work is in excess of $250 dollars or structural work is involved in any amount.",
   "source_url": "https://www.huntsvilleal.gov/inspections-faqs/",
   "source_label": "",
   "source_revised": "",
   "read_date": "2026-10-24",
   "capture_id": "data/permit-rules/captures/al-huntsville--www-huntsvilleal-gov-inspections-faqs-69996275.txt"
  },
  {
   "state": "California",
   "issuer": "city",
   "jurisdiction": "Fresno",
   "trade": "general contractor",
   "job": "general building work",
   "rule_strength": "explicit",
   "heading": "Do I Need a Building Permit?",
   "quote": "A permit is required to build, construct, remodel, repair, demolish, remove or move any house, building or structure.",
   "source_url": "https://www.fresno.gov/planning/single-family-homes/",
   "source_label": "",
   "source_revised": "",
   "read_date": "2026-10-24",
   "capture_id": "data/permit-rules/captures/ca-fresno--www-fresno-gov-planning-single-family-homes-1d98dae5.txt"
  },
  {
   "state": "Alabama",
   "issuer": "city",
   "jurisdiction": "Birmingham",
   "trade": "general contractor",
   "job": "general building work",
   "rule_strength": "explicit",
   "heading": "WHO NEEDS A BUILDING PERMIT?",
   "quote": "Any work that is being done to a Single-Family Residence with the exception of painting, papering, carpeting, cabinets, counter tops, similar finish work and roof shingle replacement, when no decking is being repaired or replaced requires a Building Permit as per the Technical Code of the City of Birmingham.",
   "source_url": "https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/assets.birminghamal.gov/s3fs-public/2026-07/PEP_BR_BuildingPermits.pdf",
   "source_label": "",
   "source_revised": "",
   "read_date": "2026-10-24",
   "capture_id": "data/permit-rules/captures/al-birmingham--s3-us-east-2-amazonaws-com-assets-birminghamal-gov-s3fs-publ-b2c30e95.txt"
  },
  {
   "state": "California",
   "issuer": "city",
   "jurisdiction": "Santa Rosa",
   "trade": "general contractor",
   "job": "general building work",
   "rule_strength": "explicit",
   "heading": "Building Permits",
   "quote": "A Building Permit is required for any new construction, addition, change or repair to a building (including re-roofs, fireplaces, swimming pools, carports, etc.).",
   "source_url": "https://www.srcity.org/143/Apply-For",
   "source_label": "",
   "source_revised": "",
   "read_date": "2026-10-24",
   "capture_id": "data/permit-rules/captures/ca-santa-rosa--www-srcity-org-143-apply-for-c9004050.txt"
  },
  {
   "state": "Florida",
   "issuer": "city",
   "jurisdiction": "St. Petersburg",
   "trade": "general contractor",
   "job": "general building work",
   "rule_strength": "explicit",
   "heading": "When is a Permit Required?",
   "quote": "Any owner or authorized agent who intends to construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, demolish or change the occupancy of a building or structure, or to erect, install, enlarge, alter, repair, remove, convert or replace any electrical, gas, mechanical or plumbing system, the installation of which is regulated by the Florida Building Code (FBC), or to cause any such work to be done, shall file an application and obtain the required permit or certificate.",
   "source_url": "https://cms5.revize.com/revize/stpete/list_of_exempted_permits.pdf?t=202607071551440",
   "source_label": "List of Exempted Permits",
   "source_revised": "",
   "read_date": "2026-10-24",
   "capture_id": "data/permit-rules/captures/fl-st-petersburg--cms5-revize-com-revize-stpete-list-of-exempted-permits-pdf-t-1f6e1322.txt"
  },
  {
   "state": "Georgia",
   "issuer": "city",
   "jurisdiction": "Augusta",
   "trade": "general contractor",
   "job": "general building work",
   "rule_strength": "explicit",
   "heading": "When Permits are Required",
   "quote": "A permit is required if the cost of the project materials is over $500, or if the type of work requires an inspection as provided for in the construction codes adopted by Augusta-Richmond County, or for the following situations.",
   "source_url": "https://www.augustaga.gov/1122/When-Permits-are-Required",
   "source_label": "",
   "source_revised": "",
   "read_date": "2026-10-24",
   "capture_id": "data/permit-rules/captures/ga-augusta-richmond-county--www-augustaga-gov-1122-when-permits-are-required-70e3439f.txt"
  },
  {
   "state": "Louisiana",
   "issuer": "city",
   "jurisdiction": "New Orleans",
   "trade": "general contractor",
   "job": "general building work",
   "rule_strength": "explicit",
   "heading": "Renovation (Non-Structural) Permit",
   "quote": "A Non-Structural Renovation permit is required for any construction or changes of use within an existing building (interior or exterior).",
   "source_url": "https://nola.gov/renovation-permit/",
   "source_label": "",
   "source_revised": "",
   "read_date": "2026-10-24",
   "capture_id": "data/permit-rules/captures/la-new-orleans--nola-gov-renovation-permit-bc8560f5.txt"
  },
  {
   "state": "Michigan",
   "issuer": "city",
   "jurisdiction": "Grand Rapids",
   "trade": "general contractor",
   "job": "general building work",
   "rule_strength": "explicit",
   "heading": "Apply for a Residential Remodel or Repair Building Permit",
   "quote": "If you are planning an interior remodel or repair to your single-family home or 2-family duplex, you will need to apply for a residential building permit.",
   "source_url": "https://www.grandrapidsmi.gov/grow-and-thrive/development-center/permits/residential-building-permits/residential-remodel-or-repair-building-permit-1/",
   "source_label": "",
   "source_revised": "",
   "read_date": "2026-10-24",
   "capture_id": "data/permit-rules/captures/mi-grand-rapids--www-grandrapidsmi-gov-grow-and-thrive-development-center-per-7277ecec.txt"
  },
  {
   "state": "North Carolina",
   "issuer": "city",
   "jurisdiction": "Wilmington",
   "trade": "general contractor",
   "job": "general building work",
   "rule_strength": "explicit",
   "heading": "Build structure or addition",
   "quote": "A building permit is required for the construction of buildings, structures, change of building use, demolition, alterations and remodeling, upfits, expansions, accessory structures, mobile homes, and new construction/relocation within the city limits.",
   "source_url": "https://wilmingtonnc.gov/Development-Business/Zoning/Building-Permits",
   "source_label": "",
   "source_revised": "",
   "read_date": "2026-10-24",
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   "state": "Tennessee",
   "issuer": "city",
   "jurisdiction": "Murfreesboro",
   "trade": "general contractor",
   "job": "general building work",
   "rule_strength": "explicit",
   "heading": "When do I need a building permit?",
   "quote": "A permit is required in order to construct, alter, convert, repair, enlarge, move or demolish any building or structure or part thereof, or any appurtenances connected or attached thereto including, but not limited to fences, storage buildings, pools, decks, and finishing out expandables.",
   "source_url": "https://www.murfreesborotn.gov/m/faq?cat=32",
   "source_label": "",
   "source_revised": "",
   "read_date": "2026-10-24",
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   "state": "Utah",
   "issuer": "city",
   "jurisdiction": "Salt Lake City",
   "trade": "general contractor",
   "job": "general building work",
   "rule_strength": "explicit",
   "heading": "Why do I need a permit?",
   "quote": "No person, firm or corporation shall erect, construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, improve, remove, convert or demolish any building, structure or premises, or make any installation, alteration or improvement to the electrical, plumbing or mechanical system in a building, structure or premises, or cause the same to be done, without first obtaining the prescribed permits for each such building or structure or premises from the building official.",
   "source_url": "https://www.slc.gov/buildingservices/building-permits/faqs/",
   "source_label": "",
   "source_revised": "",
   "read_date": "2026-10-24",
   "capture_id": "data/permit-rules/captures/ut-salt-lake-city--www-slc-gov-buildingservices-building-permits-faqs-d4277d94.txt"
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   "state": "Nevada",
   "issuer": "city",
   "jurisdiction": "Reno",
   "trade": "general contractor",
   "job": "general building work",
   "rule_strength": "explicit",
   "heading": "Projects Exempt from Building Permits",
   "quote": "Most construction and building projects require a building permit.",
   "source_url": "https://reno.gov/business-development/development-services/building-permits.php",
   "source_label": "",
   "source_revised": "",
   "read_date": "2026-10-24",
   "capture_id": "data/permit-rules/captures/nv-reno--reno-gov-business-development-development-services-building--8d87a068.txt"
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   "state": "Virginia",
   "issuer": "city",
   "jurisdiction": "Richmond",
   "trade": "general contractor",
   "job": "general building work",
   "rule_strength": "explicit",
   "heading": "Permitting Process for New Homes, Alterations, Additions and Renovations to Existing Dwellings",
   "quote": "A Residential Building permit is required for the construction of new dwellings, as well as for additions, alterations, repairs, and renovations to existing dwellings.",
   "source_url": "https://www.rva.gov/sites/default/files/2025-05/Homeowner%27s%20Permit%20Process%20Guide_2021%20VRC.pdf",
   "source_label": "",
   "source_revised": "",
   "read_date": "2026-10-24",
   "capture_id": "data/permit-rules/captures/va-richmond--www-rva-gov-sites-default-files-2025-05-homeowner-27s-20perm-88e373f0.txt"
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   "state": "Minnesota",
   "issuer": "city",
   "jurisdiction": "Minneapolis",
   "trade": "general contractor",
   "job": "general building work",
   "rule_strength": "explicit",
   "heading": "Overview",
   "quote": "Most construction projects require you to obtain permits before you start the work.",
   "source_url": "https://www.minneapolismn.gov/business-services/licenses-permits-inspections/construction-permits/exempt-from-permit/",
   "source_label": "",
   "source_revised": "",
   "read_date": "2026-10-24",
   "capture_id": "data/permit-rules/captures/mn-minneapolis--www-minneapolismn-gov-business-services-licenses-permits-ins-7dfbe35a.txt"
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  {
   "state": "Missouri",
   "issuer": "city",
   "jurisdiction": "Kansas City",
   "trade": "general contractor",
   "job": "general building work",
   "rule_strength": "explicit",
   "heading": "Permit Exemptions",
   "quote": "Permits are required for most building, electrical, plumbing, heating and ventilating work done in the city limits of Kansas City, MO.",
   "source_url": "https://kcmo.gov/city-hall/departments/city-planning-development/building-permit-exempt-work",
   "source_label": "",
   "source_revised": "",
   "read_date": "2026-10-24",
   "capture_id": "data/permit-rules/captures/mo-kansas-city--kcmo-gov-city-hall-departments-city-planning-development-bui-3a3db8a3.txt"
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   "state": "Tennessee",
   "issuer": "city",
   "jurisdiction": "Nashville",
   "trade": "general contractor",
   "job": "general building work",
   "rule_strength": "explicit",
   "heading": "What can I do around my house without a permit?",
   "quote": "A permit is required if you wish to make repairs, replacements or alterations to your home.",
   "source_url": "https://www.nashville.gov/sites/default/files/2025-10/brochure_new_house_guidelines.pdf",
   "source_label": "",
   "source_revised": "",
   "read_date": "2026-10-24",
   "capture_id": "data/permit-rules/captures/tn-nashville--www-nashville-gov-sites-default-files-2025-10-brochure-new-h-32a6ff99.txt"
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  {
   "state": "North Carolina",
   "issuer": "city",
   "jurisdiction": "Greensboro",
   "trade": "general contractor",
   "job": "general building work",
   "rule_strength": "explicit",
   "heading": "Construction Inspection",
   "quote": "A permit is required before any work can be started in the City of Greensboro.",
   "source_url": "https://greensboro-nc.gov/departments/engineering-inspections/developers-contractors/building-construction-and-plan-review/construction-type",
   "source_label": "",
   "source_revised": "",
   "read_date": "2026-10-24",
   "capture_id": "data/permit-rules/captures/nc-greensboro--greensboro-nc-gov-departments-engineering-inspections-develo-8b98d4e3.txt"
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  {
   "state": "Washington",
   "issuer": "city",
   "jurisdiction": "Everett",
   "trade": "general contractor",
   "job": "general building work",
   "rule_strength": "explicit",
   "heading": "When do I need a permit and what type of permit do I need?",
   "quote": "A permit is required for most work, except as exempted by code.",
   "source_url": "https://www.everettwa.gov/m/faq?cat=37",
   "source_label": "",
   "source_revised": "",
   "read_date": "2026-10-24",
   "capture_id": "data/permit-rules/captures/wa-everett--www-everettwa-gov-m-faq-cat-37-82840bac.txt"
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  {
   "state": "Wisconsin",
   "issuer": "city",
   "jurisdiction": "Madison",
   "trade": "general contractor",
   "job": "general building work",
   "rule_strength": "explicit",
   "heading": "Alterations",
   "quote": "You need a permit for alterations to one and two family homes.",
   "source_url": "https://www.cityofmadison.com/development-services-center/1-2-family-residential/alterations",
   "source_label": "",
   "source_revised": "",
   "read_date": "2026-10-24",
   "capture_id": "data/permit-rules/captures/wi-madison--www-cityofmadison-com-development-services-center-1-2-family-940d981f.txt"
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  {
   "state": "North Carolina",
   "issuer": "city",
   "jurisdiction": "Durham",
   "trade": "general contractor",
   "job": "general building work",
   "rule_strength": "explicit",
   "heading": "Permits",
   "quote": "Building Permit: Required for any project that includes load bearing work or any project exceeding $40K in market value.",
   "source_url": "https://www.durhamnc.gov/293/City-County-Building-Safety",
   "source_label": "",
   "source_revised": "",
   "read_date": "2026-10-24",
   "capture_id": "data/permit-rules/captures/nc-durham--www-durhamnc-gov-293-city-county-building-safety-119af6e7.txt"
  },
  {
   "state": "New Mexico",
   "issuer": "city",
   "jurisdiction": "Albuquerque",
   "trade": "general contractor",
   "job": "general building work",
   "rule_strength": "explicit",
   "heading": "Remodeling",
   "quote": "A permit is needed for remodeling work not listed as exempt in the previous section and in the Uniform Administrative Code.",
   "source_url": "https://documents.cabq.gov/planning/BuildingSafety/HOBfinal%209-5-18.pdf",
   "source_label": "",
   "source_revised": "",
   "read_date": "2026-10-24",
   "capture_id": "data/permit-rules/captures/nm-albuquerque--documents-cabq-gov-planning-buildingsafety-hobfinal-209-5-18-e63a3cda.txt"
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   "state": "Virginia",
   "issuer": "city",
   "jurisdiction": "Virginia Beach",
   "trade": "general contractor",
   "job": "general building work",
   "rule_strength": "explicit",
   "heading": "Residential Building Permits",
   "quote": "Construction or alteration of a residential structure requiring permits include cutting away any wall, partition, or portion of the building; the removal or cutting of any structural beam; the removal or change of any required means of egress, or rearrangement of parts of the structure affecting the egress requirements.",
   "source_url": "https://planning.virginiabeach.gov/permits/building/residential-building-permits",
   "source_label": "",
   "source_revised": "",
   "read_date": "2026-10-24",
   "capture_id": "data/permit-rules/captures/va-virginia-beach--planning-virginiabeach-gov-permits-building-residential-buil-6df0af40.txt"
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   "state": "California",
   "issuer": "city",
   "jurisdiction": "Santa Rosa",
   "trade": "window replacement",
   "job": "window replacement",
   "rule_strength": "explicit",
   "heading": "POLICY:",
   "quote": "A permit is required for removal and replacement of any existing window when the frame of the window is removed and the weather seal of the window broken.",
   "source_url": "https://www.srcity.org/DocumentCenter/View/2197/Window-Replacement-Policy-PDF",
   "source_label": "Window Replacement Policy",
   "source_revised": "",
   "read_date": "2026-10-24",
   "capture_id": "data/permit-rules/captures/ca-santa-rosa--www-srcity-org-documentcenter-view-2197-window-replacement-p-45dfbf73.txt"
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   "state": "Florida",
   "issuer": "city",
   "jurisdiction": "Fort Lauderdale",
   "trade": "window replacement",
   "job": "window replacement",
   "rule_strength": "explicit",
   "heading": "Window replacements",
   "quote": "Window replacements are not exempt because windows are part of the building envelope and help protect structures from water and moisture intrusion.",
   "source_url": "https://www.fortlauderdale.gov/files/assets/public/v/1/development-services/documents/dsd-documents-amp-forms/hb-803-permitting-updates.pdf",
   "source_label": "",
   "source_revised": "",
   "read_date": "2026-10-24",
   "capture_id": "data/permit-rules/captures/fl-fort-lauderdale--www-fortlauderdale-gov-files-assets-public-v-1-development-s-7f2b7aa9.txt"
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   "state": "Florida",
   "issuer": "city",
   "jurisdiction": "Miami",
   "trade": "window replacement",
   "job": "window replacement",
   "rule_strength": "explicit",
   "heading": "2. Before you Begin",
   "quote": "Even smaller jobs like changing windows, doors, siding, or removing a wall inside often need a permit.",
   "source_url": "https://www.miami.gov/Services/Guide-to-Getting-a-Permit",
   "source_label": "",
   "source_revised": "",
   "read_date": "2026-10-24",
   "capture_id": "data/permit-rules/captures/fl-miami--www-miami-gov-services-guide-to-getting-a-permit-a6f5dae0.txt"
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  {
   "state": "Florida",
   "issuer": "city",
   "jurisdiction": "Pembroke Pines",
   "trade": "window replacement",
   "job": "window replacement",
   "rule_strength": "explicit",
   "heading": "Code Corner",
   "quote": "The replacement of windows, exterior doors, water heaters, condenser units, air handlers and all electrical repair work also require permits.",
   "source_url": "https://www.ppines.com/DocumentCenter/View/11694/City-Connect-August-September-2020-Volume-9-Issue-6",
   "source_label": "",
   "source_revised": "",
   "read_date": "2026-10-24",
   "capture_id": "data/permit-rules/captures/fl-pembroke-pines--www-ppines-com-documentcenter-view-11694-city-connect-august-20ba64b2.txt"
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   "state": "Arizona",
   "issuer": "city",
   "jurisdiction": "Tucson",
   "trade": "handyman",
   "job": "minor repairs and finish work",
   "rule_strength": "explicit",
   "heading": "Interior Finishes",
   "quote": "Installing or replacing finishes like paint, tile, carpet, cabinets, or countertops does not require a permit, as long as the work does not affect plumbing or electrical systems.",
   "source_url": "https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Planning-Development-Services/Permits/Tucson-Permit-Exemptions",
   "source_label": "",
   "source_revised": "",
   "read_date": "2026-10-24",
   "capture_id": "data/permit-rules/captures/az-tucson--www-tucsonaz-gov-departments-planning-development-services-p-5cfb8ccb.txt"
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   "state": "Florida",
   "issuer": "city",
   "jurisdiction": "St. Petersburg",
   "trade": "handyman",
   "job": "minor repairs and finish work",
   "rule_strength": "explicit",
   "heading": "List of Exempted Permits",
   "quote": "8. Cabinetry, counter tops, painting, papering, tiling, carpeting and other similar finish work. This exemption is not allowed nor applicable when the work or alteration affects the structural integrity of a load bearing wall or the fire resistant material of a fire rated horizontal or vertical separation. Projects located within a designated flood zone are required to comply with the substantial improvement requirements pursuant to Land Development Regulations, Section 16.40.050 and submit a cost breakdown for any work which may be exempted from permits.",
   "source_url": "https://cms5.revize.com/revize/stpete/list_of_exempted_permits.pdf?t=202607071551440",
   "source_label": "",
   "source_revised": "",
   "read_date": "2026-10-24",
   "capture_id": "data/permit-rules/captures/fl-st-petersburg--cms5-revize-com-revize-stpete-list-of-exempted-permits-pdf-t-1f6e1322.txt"
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   "state": "Nevada",
   "issuer": "city",
   "jurisdiction": "Las Vegas",
   "trade": "handyman",
   "job": "minor repairs and finish work",
   "rule_strength": "explicit",
   "heading": "HOMEOWNERS AND PERMITS – WHAT CAN I DO WITHOUT A PERMIT?",
   "quote": "14. Minor repair of interior or exterior stucco/lath/drywall, provided: a. No framing needs replacement or repair; and b. For stucco, the repaired area not exceed 32 square feet in area; and c. The area of repair is not a fire-resistance rated assembly comprised of more than one layer of drywall on each side or any special material(s) necessary to maintain the required fire-resistance rating of the assembly (i.e. fire-stopping of penetrations.)",
   "source_url": "https://files.lasvegasnevada.gov/building-safety/Forms/General/WHEN-DO-I-NEED-A-PERMIT.pdf",
   "source_label": "",
   "source_revised": "",
   "read_date": "2026-10-24",
   "capture_id": "data/permit-rules/captures/nv-las-vegas--files-lasvegasnevada-gov-building-safety-forms-general-when--519be961.txt"
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   "state": "Michigan",
   "issuer": "city",
   "jurisdiction": "Grand Rapids",
   "trade": "handyman",
   "job": "minor repairs and finish work",
   "rule_strength": "explicit",
   "heading": "Building permits",
   "quote": "A building permit is required for any project that you're planning to change the structure of your house and for most new structures on your property. This could include adding drywall or taking out a wall. If you're only ripping up carpet, adding a tile backsplash, or painting a room, you don't need one.",
   "source_url": "https://www.grandrapidsmi.gov/grow-and-thrive/development-center/permits/overview-on-zoning-and-permits-for-home-renovation-projects/",
   "source_label": "",
   "source_revised": "",
   "read_date": "2026-10-24",
   "capture_id": "data/permit-rules/captures/mi-grand-rapids--www-grandrapidsmi-gov-grow-and-thrive-development-center-per-cfc33013.txt"
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   "state": "Utah",
   "issuer": "city",
   "jurisdiction": "Salt Lake City",
   "trade": "handyman",
   "job": "minor repairs and finish work",
   "rule_strength": "explicit",
   "heading": "Why do I need a permit?",
   "quote": "Most construction projects require a permit. Exceptions include painting, laying flooring or other cosmetic issues. Other exemptions include: playhouses, sheds, and similar uses under 200 square feet for residential uses and 120 for commercial uses; oil derricks; movable cases, counters and partitions not over five feet high; retaining walls which are not over four feet in height measured from the bottom of the footing to the top of the wall, unless supporting a surcharge or impounding flammable liquids; water tanks supported directly upon grade if the capacity does not exceed five thousand gallons and the ratio of height to diameter or width does not exceed two to one; painting, papering and similar finish work; temporary motion picture, television and theater stage sets and scenery; window awnings supported by an exterior wall of Group R, Division 3, and Group M occupancies, when projecting not more than 54 inches.",
   "source_url": "https://www.slc.gov/buildingservices/building-permits/faqs/",
   "source_label": "",
   "source_revised": "",
   "read_date": "2026-10-24",
   "capture_id": "data/permit-rules/captures/ut-salt-lake-city--www-slc-gov-buildingservices-building-permits-faqs-d4277d94.txt"
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  {
   "state": "Michigan",
   "issuer": "city",
   "jurisdiction": "Taylor",
   "trade": "handyman",
   "job": "minor repairs and finish work",
   "rule_strength": "explicit",
   "heading": "When do I need a permit?",
   "quote": "In general, exterior work, fence, siding, windows, roofing, and concrete require a permit. Any interior work that requires a structural change will require a permit. Interior cosmetic work does not require a permit (i.e. painting, replacing tile, carpeting).",
   "source_url": "https://www.cityoftaylor.com/m/faq?cat=0#question-78",
   "source_label": "",
   "source_revised": "",
   "read_date": "2026-10-24",
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   "state": "Georgia",
   "issuer": "city",
   "jurisdiction": "Augusta",
   "trade": "handyman",
   "job": "minor repairs and finish work",
   "rule_strength": "explicit",
   "heading": "What work is exempt from permit?",
   "quote": "R105.2.2 Repairs. Application or notice to the building official is not required for ordinary repairs to structures, replacement of lamps or the connection of approved portable electrical equipment to approved permanently installed receptacles. Such repairs shall not include the cutting away of any wall, partition or portion thereof, the removal or cutting of any structural beam or load-bearing support, or the removal or change of any required means of egress, or rearrangement of parts of a structure affecting the egress requirements; nor shall ordinary repairs include addition to, alteration of, replacement or relocation of any water supply, sewer, drainage, drain leader, gas, soil, waste, vent or similar piping, electric wiring or mechanical or other work affecting public health or general safety.",
   "source_url": "https://www.augustaga.gov/m/faq?cat=17",
   "source_label": "",
   "source_revised": "",
   "read_date": "2026-10-24",
   "capture_id": "data/permit-rules/captures/ga-augusta-richmond-county--www-augustaga-gov-m-faq-cat-17-4b000d81.txt"
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   "state": "Tennessee",
   "issuer": "city",
   "jurisdiction": "Knoxville",
   "trade": "handyman",
   "job": "minor repairs and finish work",
   "rule_strength": "explicit",
   "heading": "R105.2 Work exempt from permit",
   "quote": "Exemption from building permit requirements of this code shall not be deemed to grant authorization for any work to be done in any manner in violation of the provisions of this code or any other laws or ordinances of this jurisdiction. Most projects still require application and review to confirm an exemption from permit requirements. Exemptions may be provided for the following: Building: One-story detached accessory structures, provided that the floor area does not exceed 200 sq.ft. Fences not over 7 feet high. Retaining walls that are not over 4 feet in height measured from the bottom of the footing to the top of the wall, unless supporting a surcharge. Water tanks supported directly upon grade if the capacity does not exceed 5,000 gallons and the ratio of height to diameter or width does not exceed 2 to 1. Painting, papering, tiling, carpeting, cabinets, countertops and similar finish work.",
   "source_url": "https://permits.knoxvilletn.gov/Policies-Fast-Facts/Fast-Fact-Guides",
   "source_label": "",
   "source_revised": "",
   "read_date": "2026-10-24",
   "capture_id": "data/permit-rules/captures/tn-knoxville--permits-knoxvilletn-gov-policies-fast-facts-fast-fact-guides-b62acf20.txt"
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   "state": "Arizona",
   "issuer": "city",
   "jurisdiction": "Phoenix",
   "trade": "handyman",
   "job": "minor repairs and finish work",
   "rule_strength": "explicit",
   "heading": "Section 105.2.1 Building",
   "quote": "18. Minor repair or replacement in kind of non-structural components such as glass or glazing materials, sash, doors and hardware, patching walls or ceilings and replacing pieces of siding, soffits or fascia. Installation of locking or security hardware on egress doors, or changing the types of locking devises requires a permit. Commentary: Removing and replacing interior finishes such as drywall do not constitute patching walls and therefore require a permit. Patching a hole in a drywall sheet would not require a permit, but removing and replacing an entire drywall sheet would require a permit. Unless otherwise exempted, separate plumbing, electrical and mechanical permits will be required for the above-exempted items.",
   "source_url": "https://www.phoenix.gov/content/dam/phoenix/pddsite/documents/trt/external/dsd_trt_pdf_00618.pdf",
   "source_label": "",
   "source_revised": "",
   "read_date": "2026-10-24",
   "capture_id": "data/permit-rules/captures/az-phoenix--www-phoenix-gov-content-dam-phoenix-pddsite-documents-trt-ex-3b77b3c8.txt"
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