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APPLIANCES TO BE INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH MANUFACTURER'S SPECIFICATIONS. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS. IF FIELD CONDITIONS VARY CONTACT DESIGN ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY WORK. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ALL OTHER WORK."},{"number":"EP-2024-005013","date":"2024-09-19","work":"New Construction","type":"Electrical","description":"Electrical Permit","status":"Completed","completedDate":"2025-02-26","scope":"Install 1000, 3ph 120/208v Install (33) gang meter module. Install 400a 3ph CT service for house. Install all wiring throughout 33 unit apartment building & common hallways. Install addressable fire alarm system throughout as per nfpa72. Install rescue assistance system(RAS/AOR)Install cable tv wiring. 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