After a permit is issued, can I do the work on my house or do I need to hire someone?
An owner who occupies or will occupy a single family residence may complete the work covered by a building permit for their house (Sec 153.07(A) of the Dayton Code of Ordinances). Plumbing, electrical and HVAC work can also be completed by the owner/occupant after obtaining the appropriate permits. A contractor, registered with the City of Dayton, must be hired to complete the plumbing, electrical, and HVAC work in all other cases, such as with rental property, unoccupied house that will be rented or leased, and duplexes and doubles, even if the owner occupies one of the units. When the owner is allowed to complete the work, they must call for and have inspections made at the appropriate stages of the work. Instructions for when and how to call for inspections are given at the time of the building permit issuance.

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1. What should I consider when hiring a general contractor to work on my house?
2. Do I need a permit to install or re-roof my house?
3. Do I need a permit to build a fence?
4. Do I need a building permit to put a shed in my yard?
5. What residential building codes does the Division of Building Inspection enforce?
6. Do I need a permit to install a swimming pool or hot tub?
7. Can I put new shingles over the existing ones?
8. What is the frost line depth; how deep should I dig my footing?
9. How long do I have to make repairs to a house that has been cited as a nuisance?
10. After a permit is issued, can I do the work on my house or do I need to hire someone?
11. What do I need to obtain a permit to build a deck?
12. What do I need to obtain a permit to add a garage?
13. What do I need to obtain a permit to build an addition to my house?
14. Do my plans need to be prepared by an Architect or an Engineer?
15. How long does it take to get a permit?
16. How many copies of plans are required for permit review?