Closeout of Permits
Once a permit has had all the required inspections approved, a Certificate of Occupancy or a Certificate of Compliance will be issued to both the contractor and the property owner. Contractor addresses are verified through the Department of Insurance Contractors License webpage.
What is the difference between a "Certificate of Compliance" and a "Certificate of Occupancy"?
The two are very similar. They both indicate final approval of all inspections associated with a permit. However, "Certificate of Occupancy" (also called a "CO") is generally reserved for new residential homes or commercial projects. A "Certificate of Compliance" (also called a "COC") is generally issued for alterations, additions, or renovations for a space.
Permit Expiration
A permit is active for six months without any activity, or one year after the last inspection. If no inspections take place, the permit will expire. If you resume the project, a new permit will need to be applied for and issued, with the fees doubled.
