building permits

Categories: Permits

I am getting close to purchasing a house on 16th street. Our inspection came out about like we expected except that the inspector pointed out a number of remodelling jobs that were done (well) with out permits. He tells us that when we remodel in the future with permits it will open us up to a full inspection by the building department and we could incur permit and upgrade charges for all the violations they find in the household. Does anyone one have any experience with this sort of situation and what is the likely hood of getting “nailed” for the sins of the prior owners?

By mojosexton | 02/14/2008 11:08 AM