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Can we add a small kitchen to our basement so one of our children can use our downstairs as an apartment?
I’m interested in finishing my basement. It looks like I’ll need to cut into the load-bearing wall. Is a standard contractor authorized to do that or must that be done by a structural engineer?
Are building permits required for a kitchen remodel? I’ll be relocating power outlets and some plumbing as part of it.
When you apply for a permit, do you have to specify a timeline? How much does a permit cost?