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Work That Does Not Require A Permit
Unless you live in a historic district, these projects do not require permits:
Brick pointing
Caulking, patching, and plaster repair
Installation of cabinets and architectural millwork
Installation of window screens and storm windows
Repair of existing fences with like materials
Retaining walls, 18 inches (0.46m) or less in height
Construction of garden storage sheds complying with DC Code Section 107.3.3
Painting, but not painting with fire-retardant paint
Replacement of:
- non-rated windows and doors
- roofing and coping
- siding
- gutters and downspouts
- private sidewalks and driveways
- patios
- non-rated suspended ceiling tile
- floor coverings
- up to 160 square feet (9.3m) of gypsum board
- up to 50 linear feet (15.24m) of sanitary venting piping
- up to 10 linear feet (3.05m) of sanitary drainage system piping
- up to 20 linear feet (6.10m) of sanitary venting piping
- up to 50 linear feet (15.24m) of hydraulic system piping
- up to 10 linear feet (3.05m) of duct work, in non-hazardous and commercial kitchen exhaust systems
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