I know people who built houses designed with the intention of adding living space later ( via loft/second floor, closing in breezeways, etc…). They were maxed out on living space so they just built inside, without permits, after the structures were completed and passed inspection.
There’s nothing wrong or unsafe about not getting a permit, other than the official records don’t show the additional space.
Sometimes, you gotta do what you gotta do.[/quote]
You are at risk that you will be asked to tear it down.
It happens.
And we were VERY glad we had the permit(s) required… While in the grading phase, an inspector from the engineering department came by and demanded to see the permit. The contractor hadn’t called him… he just saw heavy equipment and he dropped by. He would have shut the job down.
It’s risky to do a visible project without a permit.
Small stuff, like moving an outlet or light fixture… less risky. Big stuff, visible from the street… more risk.
Do you feel lucky, punk? (said in my best Clint voice.)
