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12 years ago

Excuse my naivete but did you need to get a permit to add this window to home? -- is it similar to "bumping" out a room which I read can be very expensive.

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S.A.N Design Group, Inc.

12 years ago

So sorry but I can't answer this question. I only built the cabinet. I didnt do the construction work. Regardless, to my knowledge, I would assume you need a permit. Pretty sure on that.

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Original Author
12 years ago
I jealous, I wish my house came with such a window the superior craftsmanship is obvious.
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Briggs Design Associates, Inc.
12 years ago
usually anything that changes your home's footprint will require a permit. The change will show up on a survey when you go to sell your home.
Arel Architecture & interior design
11 years ago
last modified: 11 years ago
i think so...

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juslookin
11 years ago
If you cantilever the window, it doesn't affect the footprint. Atlanta has a price point of $2,500 to require a permit. If you built it yourself, this might come under that and require no permit. All localities differ.
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zpd+a and roomTEN design
10 years ago
In Chicago, if you change the natural light and vent of a room (larger or smaller operable or inoperable windows) you are technically required to pull a permit. However, as justlookin noted, every municipality's regulations are different regarding permit requirements. The cost would be completely dependent on your existing conditions and what you actually can and want to achieve.

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