Permits
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Most likely you will be required to have a building permit before starting construction. A permit commits your building to adhere to local and regional building and zoning codes. These codes are written to ensure that buildings are safe, inoffensive, and don't infringe on the rights of others. These codes can be very helpful in determining special needs for your surrounding area, for instance the minimum distance from property lines.
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There are a few building code associations in existence in the United States. Each of them has developed a code that specifies how buildings should be constructed. Most municipalities, counties, and provinces have adopted one or the other of these codes. The national model-building codes used are the Standard Building Code (SBC), Uniform Building Code (UBC), The International Building Code (IBC), and The National Building Code (BOCA). For more assists on zoning ordinance contact your local county or municipal officials for a copy the zoning ordinance. |