Construction Process · Stage I

Permitting

Plans and required supporting documents are prepared for review by the authorities that govern the work.

The Process

What this stage means

Clear decisions before the next stage begins.

Permitting is the formal review that confirms the proposed work can proceed under applicable zoning, building, fire, accessibility, trade, and other requirements. The exact agencies, documents, comments, and review time vary by jurisdiction and project type.

Sequence
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Process
Construction Process
Expected outcome
The required approvals are positioned for issuance so permitted construction activities can begin.

Key focus

  • ICompleteness of plans and specifications
  • IIRequired zoning, building, fire, and trade reviews
  • IIIConsultant seals, calculations, and supporting documents
  • IVJurisdiction comments and resubmittals
  • VPermit conditions that affect procurement or mobilization

What the owner should have ready

  • IApproved project scope
  • IIProperty and ownership information
  • IIICurrent design documents
  • IVRequired owner signatures and fees
  • VTimely decisions when reviewers request clarification
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