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Commercial Building Permit — General Requirements

Updated Mar 25, 2026
Typical commercial plan review: sealed architectural/structural/MEP, energy compliance, ADA. 2-6 weeks.

Requires: sealed plans (architect + PE), ASCE 7 structural calcs, COMcheck/ASHRAE 90.1 energy, NFPA 13/72 fire protection, geotech, stormwater, ADA. Review 2-6 weeks. Phased permits available for foundation.

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