When do I need a building permit?

If any owner or authorized agent who intends to construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, demolish, or change the occupancy of a building or structure must purchase a building permit. If any owner or authorized agent intends to install, enlarge, alter, repair, remove, convert or replace any electrical, gas, mechanical or plumbing system, a building permit is required. You must have a qualified gas person perform any gas work.

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1. What hours are the Building Department open?
2. Where is the Building Department located?
3. What code is the Building Department currently under?
4. Who can build a dwelling?
5. When do I need a building permit?
6. What do I need to purchase a permit?
7. How long is a permit good?
8. Does everybody that I hire have to be licensed?
9. Do I need a permit for a fence?
10. Do I need a permit for accessory structures?