Finish my basement or attic do i need a permit.
Permits required to fininsh an attic.
A permit keeps you and the contractor honest and should ensure that the modifications are up to code.
Once you have a permit install subfloor panels over the floor joists so you can lay down flooring.
With the idea that the homeowner could later on finish the space.
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.
In most cases though the joists cannot support live loads and may not even be covered with boards.
In my opinion you should always get a permit.
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At some point you ll want to sell this house buyers will want to know that the new addition is legal.
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.