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home | No Dumb Questions | NO DUMB QUESTIONS -- . . .
 

NO DUMB QUESTIONS -- I Know About Building Permits, Health Permits and Occupancy Permits, But What Other Licenses or Permits Do I Need to Be Aware of In Order to Open?

Answer:

The building permit you receive gives you permission to get started. It means your plans and specifications "as presented" have been approved. As the construction process nears completion, your contractor will call for inspections that result in approvals and or permits from a variety of city departments including the fire department for occupancy and the health department. These are what give you permission to open and operate. There can be other regulations and jurisdictions that you need to be aware of, including liquor permit laws if you plan to include the sale of liquor, beer and/or wine, and neighborhood association regulations regarding landscape, signage, lighting, sound and late hours, among other items.

Your broker and landlord can help you learn of these if they are applicable to the location you have chosen. Be certain not to overlook them.


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