Permit Hub Glossary
Your Go-To Guide for Permit Terms
Permitting can be complex, but understanding the terminology doesn’t have to be. Our Permit Hub Glossary is your one-stop resource for common terms, processes, and definitions that you’ll encounter while managing permits and inspections. Whether you’re a new user or an experienced contractor, this guide helps you navigate the language of permitting with ease
GLOSSARY OF TERMS
Understanding the Language of Permitting Made Easy.
The local city or county government responsible for reviewing and approving permits and inspections for construction projects at a given address.
Example: Miami-Dade County, City of Orlando, etc.
The specific kind of construction or work that requires approval from a municipality—such as electrical, plumbing, roofing, HVAC, etc. Each type has different requirements and inspection steps.
A pre-formatted file or checklist prepared by Inspected.com that matches the document requirements of a specific municipality for a specific permit type. Used to ensure all submissions are compliant and complete.
An internal comment or note added to a project by a team member. Used for record-keeping or coordination—these notes are not visible to external users.
A message exchanged between the contractor and the Inspected.com support team (or internal team), typically related to a specific permit or task. Includes communication history and updates throughout the permit process.
A scheduled time for either a plan review or an inspection, where a contractor or inspector meets (virtually or in-person) to complete the necessary review. Appointments may be available same-day or next-day, depending on the municipality.
The process of submitting plans and documents to a municipality (or Inspected engineer) to be reviewed for code compliance before a permit is approved. This step must be passed before work can begin.
A review performed (virtually or in-person) to confirm that the permitted work was completed according to code. Some permits may require multiple inspections at different stages of the project.
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