Key Takeaways
- Respond to any enforcement notice within 48 hours—delay only increases penalties.
- Pre-acquisition permit research prevents inheriting costly unpermitted work.
- Environmental compliance penalties are severe—$25,000-$37,500/day for federal violations.
- Verify contractor credentials directly—property owner liability is non-delegable.
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Test Your Knowledge
1.What is the typical cost premium for a retroactive (after-the-fact) permit?
2.What federal regulation governs lead paint in pre-1978 renovations?
3.What is the primary risk of using uninsured contractors?