By Helen Callier, Contributing Writer
“Play ball” is two words you should remember going into 2023.
I enjoy networking with contractors, developers, and others in the construction industry. I recently attended the American Turkic Real Estate and Construction Summit in Houston and here’s the bottom line for the 2023 economy in Texas and in the Houston area: slow growth and slowing growth. But we are up for the challenge according to the Dallas Federal Reserve.
While construction and other key market data may indicate certain economic conditions going into 2023 and beyond, here’s what the PermitUsNow team knows: regardless if the construction market in your region is hot, cold, or lukewarm, there is one thing for sure; and that is obtaining a building permit in a timely manner is crucial for the success of your project. Having a building permit when it is required helps to start construction on time plus aids in completing construction ahead of schedule or at least, on time. And when finishing according to your project schedule, your customer can start operations and begin reaping a Return on Investment (ROI) and as the contractor, you can smile with glee with another profitable job if all other key metrics fall in line.
A good friend of mine and a legacy in the construction industry – Mr. Pat Kiley always says, “You ought to thank your lucky stars that you’re in Texas!” I agree and going into 2023 and beyond, Houston and Texas for the most part are expected to be resilient. Slow growth in some areas, maybe, but realize that some contractors will continue to be bullish and grow according to their plan. While the construction industry was healthy for many contractors and builders pre-pandemic, the reset or settling into a new norm will require a different strategy and set of skills to maneuver including with permitting.
Again, whether the construction market is hot or appearing to flatline, following the 7 steps below are important for your success in obtaining a building permit in a timely manner.
1. Do your upfront work (pre-construction).
2. Review your plans and permit package before submitting them to the jurisdiction.
3. Track, monitor, and respond to any comments.
4. Pay for and pull permits with stamped approved plans.
5. Call for required inspections.
6. Close out and obtain a Certificate of Occupancy or Certificate of Compliance.
7. Say “Thank you” to your customer and team.
2023 and beyond will be challenging for many contractors, builders, and even architects that lack a written plan to navigate permitting and changing market conditions. Those that find themselves in this situation can avoid fretting and can leverage key resources like PermitUsNow to assist in obtaining building permits. PermitUsNow has experience working with jurisdictions across the state of Texas, Louisiana, and other states and is available to handle your building permits.
PermitUsNow is committed to pulling permits for our architect, contractor, and project owner clients without delay, eliminating their frustrations with the permitting process. Plus, we make it easy for you to work with us. Simply: 1) Email us your plans, 2) Follow up on our feedback for any missing items, and 3) Let us get your permitting done for you. So, send us your plans today and we’ll free you up to focus on doing what you love – building your customers’ dreams.
You can call PermitUsNow at 1.844.PERMIT.4. Visit us on the web at permitusnow.com.
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