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At Permit Advisors, due diligence forms the foundation of our projects. Due diligence is a key step during the permit expediting process where we conduct loads of research to provide our clients with every bit of information vital to the project. This information includes necessary legal documents, required department reviews, submittal requirements, area-specific code information, and much more. The process involves the following… • Determining the Jurisdiction – A jurisdiction having authority, or JHA, is the organization, agency, or department responsible for enforcing code in a specific region. Sometimes projects are located on the border of two jurisdictions and it’s unclear …

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What is a Permit Expediter? A Permit Expediter is a trained professional that advises clients throughout the permitting process to keep construction projects on schedule and within budget. Permit Expediters typically have backgrounds in Planning, Construction, Real Estate, or Architecture and have experience working with local compliance codes and zoning requirements. They advise on topics such as the plan check process, entitlements, ADA (American’s with Disabilities Act), and much more. Experienced Permit Expediters typically have spent years working with city officials and other jurisdiction employees, attending countless meetings and plan reviews. Having handled all types of permitting projects gives Permit …

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