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A permit is needed to erect and replace an exterior sign. This includes the advertisement of business.

An online permit for small scale common construction projects that are limited to specified scopes of work determined by DOB. To include trade permit:

The testing and surveying of soil to determine capability. Review of this permit requires the approval District Department and Energy and the Environment (DOEE).

A panel designed to absorb the sun’s rays as a source of energy for generating electricity. A separate electrical will be needed for installation.

Special signs are authorized by the District of Columbia Council for specific locations. (32 total locations authorized). A permit is needed for copy changes and changing locations.

A swimming pool permit is needed for the construction of and modification to a swimming pool. Separate permits may needed for the installation of water systems.

A Technical Advisory Group (TAG) is a subcommittee of the Construction Codes Coordinating Board (CCCB) that assists the CCCB in evaluating changes, additions or deletions to the ICC Codes and the National Electrical Code adopted by the District of Columbia.

The work necessary to finish the interior layout of space previously permitted under the construction codes (base building permit). Includes first occupancy of space.

To erect a tower crane. Other permits may be needed such as a DDOT permit for locations that involve public space.

Used for the collection of underground water storage. Separate reviews are required from the District Department and Energy and the Environment (DOEE).