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Prohibited structural work includes but not limited to any modification to exterior walls, party wall, floor/roof framing and foundations, including underpinning, excavation and removal of foundation slab. ***NO WORK MAY BE PERFORMED IN THE BASEMENT OR CELLAR.*** Separate permits required for Mechanical, Electric and Plumbing. 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