What happens if I do work without a permit?

If you do any work without first obtaining a permit you can be subject to a Stop Work Order, double permit fees, having to demolish the work that was done, and possibly voiding your homeowner’s insurance in the event of damage or injury from unpermitted work. 

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1. Who can apply for a permit?
2. What projects require a permit?
3. Does a storage shed require a permit?
4. Can I do the work myself or do I have to hire a contractor?
5. When does a permit expire?
6. Can the owner change the contractor after the permit has been pulled?
7. How are permit fees calculated?
8. How do I apply for a permit?
9. What happens if I do work without a permit?
10. What projects require an inspection?
11. How do I schedule an inspection?
12. What do I need to do to prepare for an inspection?
13. What happens during the inspection?
14. How do I cancel my inspection?