occupancy permit
Building use approval
An occupancy permit is an official document certifying that a building meets safety codes and is suitable for habitation or use.
Local governments issue them after inspecting new construction or major renovations: We can't move in until we get the occupancy permit.
Also called a certificate of occupancy.
- certificateFormal written attestation
- inspectionFormal assessment of condition
- buildingEnclosed roofed structure
- building departmentAgency overseeing construction permits
- codeSymbolic communication system
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