In rare cases especially in new construction homes the attic may have been built unfinished with the correct flooring in place with the idea that the homeowner could later on finish the space.
Permits required to fininsh an attic.
Think to the future too.
Before finishing an attic get the necessary permits from your local housing commission so you don t get in trouble later on if you try to sell your house.
She was very concerned about the situation as she had no idea whether completing the attic required a permit or not as now the attic is almost completed including electrical work dry wall floors and ceilings.
A permit keeps you and the contractor honest and should ensure that the modifications are up to code.
Please submit your.
Do i need a permit to finish my attic huntington park apartments hickory nc aug 22 to satisfy building code you need to have enough space and the many older homes simply do not have the right types of attics to construe this space.
Finish my basement or attic do i need a permit.
In my opinion you should always get a permit.
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With the idea that the homeowner could later on finish the space.