We do not require a Certificate of Continued Occupancy on the resale of home. A Smoke Detector Certification is required and is performed by the Fire Prevention Department; Please call to schedule an appointment. Please allow ample time before your closing.
As long as the tank is still being used and it is not leaking it may remain in place. A prospective buyer may want you to remove or properly abandon it in place, but that is a contractual negotiation between you and the buyer. Codes are updated every three years, there is no requirement that existing buildings conform to new codes unless work is being done.
This is a contractual negotiation between you and the buyer. A permit is required to construct, enlarge, repair, renovate, alter, reconstruct or demolish a structure or to install or alter equipment, such as heating or air conditioning. There are exceptions for ordinary maintenance. The following are not considered ordinary repairs and would require a permit:.
The following are considered ordinary repairs and would not require a permit:. The glass must be of the type required by code. This includes storm windows and doors. Replacement Egress doors and windows shall not reduce the required height, width or net clear opening of the previous window or door. Relining of plumbing fixtures is not considered an ordinary repair. Replacement toilets shall use a maximum of 1.
Replacement of a receptacle in a location requiring a ground fault circuit interrupter by the electric code is not considered an ordinary repair and requires a permit. If you are unsure whether you need a permit, please call the Building Dept. You are allowed to make emergency repairs and get a permit as soon as possible but not more than 72 hours later and have all required inspections.
