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Permits required to fininsh an attic.
Think to the future too.
In rare cases especially in new construction homes the attic may have been built unfinished with the correct flooring in place with the idea that the homeowner could later on finish the space.
In my opinion you should always get a permit.
Before finishing an attic get the necessary permits from your local housing commission so you don t get in trouble later on if you try to sell your house.
In most cases though the joists cannot support live loads and may not even be covered with boards.
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Finish my basement or attic do i need a permit.
She was very concerned about the situation as she had no idea whether completing the attic required a permit or not as now the attic is almost completed including electrical work dry wall floors and ceilings.
With the idea that the homeowner could later on finish the space.
A permit keeps you and the contractor honest and should ensure that the modifications are up to code.