(a) Permit Expiration. Every permit issued by the building official under the provisions of this code shall expire by limitation and become null and void unless work authorized by such permit is commenced within one year (365 calendar days) from the issuance date of such permit. If work authorized by such permit is commenced within three hundred sixty-five (365) calendar days from the issuance date, such permit shall expire by limitation and become null and void one hundred eighty (180) calendar days after the date of the last successful inspection.
(1) Expiration of Permit for Unlawful Construction. Notwithstanding any provision of Section A above, or any other provision of this chapter, if a building permit was issued in order to bring an unpermitted structure or other unlawful, substandard, or hazardous condition into compliance with any applicable law, or ordinance, such permit shall expire by limitation and become null and void ninety (90) calendar days after the date on which the permit was issued. The building official may extend the validity of the permit for a period not exceeding ninety (90) calendar days beyond the initial ninety (90) day limit upon written request by the applicant filed with the building official prior to the expiration date of the original permit.
(b) Permit Extension. A permit can be extended provided no changes have been made in the original plans and specifications for such work. A permit can receive an extension while it is valid or within thirty (30) days of expiration. The building official may extend a permit for a period not exceeding one hundred eighty (180) days from the date of expiration. The permittee shall submit a written request showing that circumstances beyond the control of the permittee have prevented action from being taken and a permit extension fee shall be paid. Permits shall not be extended more than once.
(c) Expired Permits. Any permit expired for more than thirty (30) days shall require a new permit and applicable fees as determined by the building official for the remaining scope of work shall be paid.
(§ 3, Ord. 1707-NS, eff. January 1, 2023)