How to get more time on a building permit

(a) An extension of a permit may be granted if the authority having jurisdiction finds that circumstances beyond the permit holder’s control have significantly impeded the progress of the construction project, that construction is substantially complete, and that an extension is justified. SUPP. 15 (1-2024) 5-26 CONSTRUCTION ADMINISTRATIVE CODE § 5-5-5 (b) Requests for permit deadline extensions shall be submitted in writing to the authority having jurisdiction at least thirty days prior to the permit expiration date and an acknowledgement by the authority having jurisdiction will be sent upon receipt. The written request shall include: (1) A written statement explaining how unforeseen circumstances have affected the progress of the construction project; (2) Supporting documentation demonstrating a legitimate need for the extension; and (3) The duration of time during which work was suspended, and the proposed timeline to complete the project. (c) A decision on the request for a permit deadline extension will be sent within thirty days of receipt of the request. If the authority having jurisdiction fails to render a decision within thirty days of the request, the permit shall not expire until such time as a decision is rendered. (d) Permit extensions shall not exceed one extension of one hundred eighty days. (e) A permit holder whose request for a permit extension is denied may appeal the decision to the board of appeals within thirty days of receiving notice of the denial pursuant to section 5-11-3. (2020, ord 20-61, sec 2; am 2023, ord 23-87, sec 4.) 5-5-5