Many people want to know whether they need a building permit to install a steel carport, garage, or storage shed. Our response does not always follow the same pattern. It all depends, you see. Your local building authority determines the standards for construction permits. And they differ from one state...
Do I Need A Building Permit To Put Up A Carport?
Being considered as a non-habitable and accessory structure, a simple carport seems to have what it takes to exempt owner-builders to get building permits. But do you really need a building permit to put up a carport or not? What is a building permit? A building permit is a legal...
What Happens If You Build Without A Permit In Texas?
Despite the economic downturn last year due to the effects of COVID-19, 2021 is still the best time to build your dream house, or if you already have one, push through with the improvements you have always wanted to make to your home. If you wish to sell your property...
How Much Are Building Permits In Texas?
Some people make the crucial mistake of starting their construction efforts without first securing the necessary building permits. Perhaps, they think they would eventually get one as they lay the foundations or move on to the process of constructing their building. Unfortunately, it is a big mistake not to get...
Do I Need A Permit To Pour Concrete In Texas?
Most developers prefer pouring concrete as the foundation of their construction efforts over a concrete block. It works best at fighting off the water pressure from the outside. If you have a property in Texas and wish to add a structure to it, you are most likely looking at poured...