Articles for tag: Building Permit

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Building a Wooden Gazebo

Many people have a patio, or beautiful spot in the backyard, where they go to relax on a warm summer day. Most of these get-a-ways are not covered, so they are very warm during the day and useless when it rains. The solution to this conundrum is to build a gazebo. This gazebo is constructed ...

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How to Install Corrugated Roofing Panels

Installing a roof using corrugated roofing panels is an easy way for a homeowner to quickly cover a patio without the help of a contractor. Corrugated roofing panels are easy to install, especially when they are used for the simple roofs required for a patio or porch. If you are confident on a ladder and ...

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Hawaii’s First Walmart Supercenter Put on Hold

Walmart originally planned to convert its Lihue, Kauai, store into Hawaii’s first Walmart Supercenter. Unfortunately for them, the Kauai County Council banned all “big box” stores shortly after the opening of the island’s first Costco warehouse. This ban blocks any new stores that go beyond 75,000 square feet. Walmart then said they would fight the ...

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How to Make a Dollhouse at Home

Whether you want the dollhouse to give to a special little girl or just for a hobby, building a dollhouse can be tons of fun. To build a dollhouse properly, you will need the right materials and a plan. Building a dollhouse can be quite a bit of work so don’t give up too quickly. ...

7 Steps to Building a Japanese Tea House Shed

It’s a tradition that transcends time and place: the Japanese tea ceremony marked by a slow and graceful ritual of water pouring and contemplation. Building a Japanese teahouse shed can give you a taste of Asia in addition to an attractive place to stow lawn and garden supplies if you’re ready to commit a little ...

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What is the Purpose of Building Permits?

Building permits are issued to allow a home owner, business or building contractor to make additions or changes to a home or building. Building permits are issued for new construction projects for private or public use. Building permits may be issued by a county or city and the main purpose is to ensure that any ...