Zoning & HOA
Lot Coverage and Impervious Surface: How to Calculate Yours
Lot coverage and impervious surface are two different measurements of how much of your lot is "used up." Lot coverage (sometimes called bui…
PermitCove
Permit Basics
Site Plan for a Building Permit: What to Draw and an Example
A site plan for a building permit is a scaled, top-down drawing of your whole lot. It shows the property lines with their lengths, every building alr…
Permit Basics
Plan Review Comments: How to Read and Respond Fast
Plan review comments are the building department's written list of what your permit drawings are missing or get wrong, and almost every residenti…
Remodels & Additions
How Much Drywall Can You Replace Without a Permit?
A leak ruins a ceiling, or you pull off old paneling and find walls that need to be redone. Before you buy a stack of drywall, it's worth asking h…