Most common building code permit violations?

[ClaxtonRR]

For us it's unpermitted renovations, which include everything from adding a ramp to the porch, to building a deck, to creating an addition. I wish homeowners understood that they've got to have a permit to make those changes. I guess we need to do better about educating the public, because these violations happen way to often in my municipality.

Which violations are most common in your municipality?

 

[SitePlanCreator]

Nationwide, we see a LOT of decks. A lot of people don't know that most deck renovations and new builds require a permit, even if they keep the same footprint.

 

[BlueLight]

I'm sure this varies from state to state. I've always assumed that people who build detached decks do so to just get around the codes. Why else would a person want a detached deck? I personally don't see the appeal.

 

[SitePlanCreator]

I'm sure this varies from state to state. I've always assumed that people who build detached decks do so to just get around the codes. Why else would a person want a detached deck? I personally don't see the appeal.

Even detached decks often need a permit. It varies by permitting authority and is usually based on deck height.