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Deviations from this standard will result in permit revocation and require submission of construction plans. Structural alteration or repair is expressly prohibited under this permit. Prohibited structural work any modifications to exterior walls, party walls, floor/roof framing or foundations, including underpinning, excavation, and removal of foundation slab. WORK IN THE BASEMENT OR CELLAR IS NOT INCLUDED ON THE EZ ALT PERMIT. Demolition of non-load bearing walls, new GWB throughout, paint throughout, new flooring throughout, new flooring throughout. Replace kitchen cabinets, countertops, and trim work. Replace all fixtures in the (master, 2nd-floor public, 1st-floor powder room), bathrooms, new GWB, new flooring, and tile work, new tubs, showers, vanity, and commodes. Separate permits required for Mechanical, Electric and Plumbing. 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