The Building Process Simplified: A Homeowners and Contractors Guide to Codes, Permits, and Inspections

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The Building Process Simplified: A Homeowners and Contractors Guide to Codes, Permits, and Inspections

The Building Process Simplified: A Homeowners and Contractors Guide to Codes, Permits, and Inspections is a straightforward, no-nonsense guide with an abundance of practical examples that clarify otherwise complicated code articles and approved processes. Coverage spans a broad range of topics, from code compliance and permits to the court process and zoning issues, making this a well-rounded, valuable resource for anyone seeking a more in-depth understanding of home projects and their processes.

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Author: Linda Pieczynski
Format: Softcover
Copyright: 2009
Pages: 240

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If you're a homeowner, contractor, or do-it-yourselfer that has ever needed to navigate a home project through code compliance, permits, and the inspection process, but felt intimidated by the complexity of it all, your resource is here.

The Building Process Simplified is the ultimate resource for any homeowner, contractor, or do-it-yourselfer that has ever needed to navigate through code compliance, permits, and the inspection process, but felt intimidated by the complexity of it all. This book is a straightforward, no-nonsense guide with an abundance of practical examples that clarify otherwise complicated code articles and approved processes. Coverage spans a broad range of topics, from code compliance and permits to the court process, zoning issues, and working effectively with building officials, making this a well-rounded, valuable resource for anyone seeking a more in-depth understanding of the administrative processes involved in building or renovating a home.

Clear, straightforward language avoids heavy use of technical terminology, allowing readers of all backgrounds to benefit from the content covered.
Step-by-step coverage of permit process gives homeowners a more solid understanding of what steps the contractor must complete.
Emphasis on the person-to-person negotiation and human relations aspects takes the discussion one step further, offering coverage not commonly seen in similar books on the market but critical for ensuring a smooth building project and process.

From the Introduction
The last thing anyone planning to build or renovate a home or other structure wants to think about during the planning process is local government regulation. If you are a contractor, your focus is on getting the job, obtaining plans, and lining up the subcontractors to do the work. If you are hiring someone to do the work for you, your energy is focused on obtaining estimates, finding the best builder for the job, and getting financing for the project. Nobody wants to think about building codes, permits, inspections, or certificates of occupancy.

Unfortunately, ignorance is not bliss when it involves ignoring building codes and other laws of the local jurisdiction. The consequences of ignoring local regulations may include fines, a delay in completing the project, hazardous conditions on the property, an inability to use the building, and difficulties when it comes time to sell the property.

Experienced builders understand the necessity of complying with the many laws that govern the building process. Unfortunately, too many people believe that if they just ignore the laws requiring permits and inspections, nothing will happen. They do so at their peril.

Table of Contents
Acknowledgments. Introduction. Chapter 1: Building Codes. Chapter 2: Matters to Consider before Building. Chapter 3: Permits - Exempt Work. Chapter 4: Permit Application. Chapter 5: Construction Documents. Chapter 6: Inspections. Chapter 7: Stop Work Orders. Chapter 8: Certificates of Occupancy. Chapter 9: Getting in Trouble. Chapter 10: Appealing the Decision of the Building Official. Chapter 11: Going to Court. Chapter 12: Avoiding Building Inspectors' Pet Peeves. Chapter 13: Bribery and Corruption. Chapter 14: Conclusion. Glossary. Appendix. Index.

About the Author
Linda S Pieczynski JD is a graduate of DePaul University in Chicago, IL. An attorney at law with her own private practice in Hinsdale, IL, she specialized in municipal prosecution and is the prosecutor for 13 municipalities in DuPage County. Ms. Pieczynski is also the former assistant state's attorney in DuPage County. Her teaching background includes over 10 years as an instructor for BOCA International and the International Code Council (ICC), where she taught the legal aspects of code administration. She has served as an expert witness and has authored several books in the areas of inspection codes and criminal practice procedures. Ms. Pieczynski is a member of the Illinois Bar Association, DuPage County Bar Association, and the DuPage Association of Women Lawyers.