Menifee Matters - Community News & Activity Guide - Spring 2025

9 MENIFEE MATTERS SAFE CONSTRUCTION & PERMITTING If your construction project was done illegally and does not comply with the Building Codes adopted by the City of Menifee, the value of your property could be reduced. HELPS PROTECT PROPERTY VALUES Insurance companies may not insure work or damages caused by work done without permits and inspections. COST SAVINGS If you decide to sell a home or building that has had modifications without a permit, you may be required to demolish any illegal construction projects, as well as pay more money out of pocket to resolve the issues. SIMPLIFIES SELLING PROCESS If you hire a contractor without first obtaining a permit, they may be inclined to cut corners. Obtaining a permit and inspections will ensure that a contractor uses safe and standard methods. KEEPS YOUR CONTRACTOR HONEST Obtaining the proper permits and inspections help reduce potential hazards of unsafe construction AND can guarantee that your project has met the minimum standards of safety. IMPROVES SAFETY Working without the proper permits is illegal and owners/contractors may be required to demo their project or pay costly fines. IT'S THE LAW Importance of Safe Construction PERMITS ARE REQUIRED FOR THE FOLLOWING: New Buildings and Additions BEDROOMS, BATHROOMS, FAMILY ROOMS, ETC. Residential Work PATIO COVERS, DECKS, GARAGES, WALLS, FIREPLACES, POOLS, WATER HEATERS, ETC. Renovations GARAGE CONVERSIONS, KITCHEN EXPANSIONS, REROOFING, ETC. Home Utilities ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS, PLUMBING, HVAC (HEATING, VENTILATING, AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEMS)

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