Property Research Rooted in Clarity, Accuracy, and Transparency
PermitFacts brings transparency to real estate transactions through professional permit and compliance research. Our reports are prepared by ICC-certified permit technicians, plan reviewers, and zoning reviewers with real experience in building departments and construction permitting. We help buyers, investors, and real estate professionals understand permit history, zoning considerations, and potential red flags before committing to a property.
What Buyers Want to Avoid
Unpermitted work, code concerns, and missing permit records can create costly problems after closing. Permit Facts helps identify these issues early so clients can ask better questions and move forward with more confidence.
Research That Supports Smarter Decisions
Permit Facts combines permitting knowledge, compliance awareness, and construction review insight to deliver reports that are practical, clear, and focused on the information that matters before a property transaction.
Helping You Understand a Property Before Closing
Our mission is to bring transparency to properties through permit and construction research. We help clients review permit history, identify potential code compliance concerns, and highlight visible construction red flags so they can better understand a property. By translating complex permitting records into clear, easy-to-understand reports, we give people the information they need to make more confident decisions about a property.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why should I review permit history before buying a property?
Reviewing permit history can help you understand what work has been officially approved and inspected by the city or county. It may reveal important details such as completed renovations, missing inspections, expired permits, or potential work that may not have been properly permitted.
Please understand that in some jurisdictions, the current property owner can become responsible for unpermitted work, even if it was done by a previous owner. Resolving these issues can sometimes become costly, as it may require hiring an architect or engineer and obtaining permits to bring past work into compliance. Reviewing permit history ahead of time can help you identify these potential risks before purchasing a property.
What red flags do you look for?
PermitFacts reviews available records to identify potential red flags such as expired permits, missing or failed inspections, gaps in permit history, work that may not match approved permits, and possible unpermitted construction. We also review whether the property received a Certificate of Occupancy (CO) or Certificate of Completion (CC) when applicable. These indicators can help highlight areas that may require further investigation before moving forward with a property.
Is your report an official determination or guarantee?
No. PermitFacts reports are based on the public records and information available from the city or county at the time of the request. The report is intended for informational purposes only and should not be considered an official determination, legal opinion, or guarantee regarding the property or its compliance status.
Can I see a sample report before purchasing?
Yes. A sample PermitFacts report is available on our website so you can see the format, level of detail, and the type of information included before purchasing. Please note that each report may vary depending on the property and the specific information requested by the customer.