Why are building permits needed?

Building permits provide the minimum requirements to safeguard the public safety, health and general welfare and safety to life and property from fire and other hazards attributed to the built environment. No person, firm, or corporation shall erect, construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, improve, remove, convert or demolish any building, structure or premises, or make any installation or improvement to the electrical, plumbing or mechanical system in a building, structure or premises, or cause the same to be done, without first obtaining the prescribed permits for each such building or structure or premises from the building official.

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1. Why are building permits needed?
2. When is a building permit required?
3. What does a permit cost?
4. How do I schedule inspections?
5. What information is required on the plans?
6. What are the building codes?