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Can you change a house design after obtaining the building permit?

ARPIT Family Design Studio team,

Can you change a house design after obtaining the building permit?
In short

Changes to the design after obtaining the building permit may be possible, but their admissibility and the required procedure depend on the type and scope of the modification. Before making a change, consult the designer and establish whether it is a significant or an insignificant deviation within the meaning of the regulations.

Not every change is the same

Some corrections may not require changing the building permit decision, while others may require obtaining a decision amending the permit or carrying out another procedure. The assessment depends on the specific solutions, the regulations and the documentation approved for the investment. Do not assume on your own that a change is insignificant just because it seems small.

What to do before introducing a change

Do not introduce a change solely on the basis of arrangements with the contractor. Before starting works in a changed scope, give the designer a description of the planned modification and ask for an assessment of its impact on the design, the structure, safety, compliance with the regulations and the conditions of the decision.

When may a change of the permit be needed?

If the designer classifies the deviation as significant, it is in principle necessary to obtain a decision amending the building permit before carrying out such a change. In certain cases a different procedure may be appropriate, so each situation must be assessed individually.

How to reduce the risk

It is best to refine the key decisions at the concept and documentation stage. If a change appears later, hold back its execution until you have the designer's assessment and have established the required formalities.

Planning changes to the design? Contact the designer responsible for the documentation. ARPIT can discuss the scope of the planned changes as part of an agreed service.

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Note: this article is for information only and does not replace an individual design or legal assessment.

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