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Deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. STRUCTURAL ALTERATION OR REPAIR IS EXPRESSLY PROHIBITED UNDER THIS PERMIT. PROHIBITED STRUCTURAL WORK INCLUDES ANY MODIFICATION TO EXTERIOR WALLS, PARTY WALLS, FLOOR/ROOF FRAMING OR FOUNDATIONS; UNDERPINNING AND EXCAVATIONS (I.E. DIGGING IN BASEMENT). NO WORK PERMITTED IN THE BASEMENT. Separate Streets Department permit required for sidewalk and street closures. 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Install existing appliances Remove existing tile floor in 2nd floor bathroom and retile . Build out the 2nd and 3rd floor on existing 1st floor structure of home. Will be used for walk in closets on 2nd and 3rd floor. Adding master bathroom on 3rd floor. SECOND FLOOR BEDROOM IS IN THE REAR AND MUST REMAIN AN OPEN FLOOR PLAN TO EMERGENCY EGRESS."},{"number":"EP-2021-014451","date":"2022-03-15","work":"Addition and/or Alteration","type":"Electrical","description":"Electrical Permit","status":"Completed","completedDate":"2022-08-31","scope":"Rewiring the property. we will be install a completely new 200 amp service upgrade. Installing all new interior wiring. 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