Completion · Open Permits
What happens if I never close my building permit?
The permit stays open. That can delay a future sale, and buyers and banks may ask for it to be closed.
The short answer
The permit stays open on the property. That can delay a future sale, and buyers and banks may ask for it to be closed, so it usually has to be dealt with later anyway. Closing it needs the as-built drawings, the developer and authority inspections, an owner letter and the completion certificate, and any deposit is returned after clearance. Structural Solutions arranges the sign-off for permits that were left open.
ResultThe permit stays open
RiskCan delay a sale
DepositReturned after clearance
What you need to know
- Sale: Buyers and banks may ask for it to be closed.
- Deposit: Returned only after clearance.
- Old permits: Can still be closed with as-built drawings and inspections.
- Changes: Works that differ from the approval need updating first.
Documents you may need
- Title deed and owner ID
- Approved drawings and the building permit
- As-built drawings
- Owner letter
- Developer NOC (where applicable)
Who does what
Step by step
We confirm the exact route for your project.
| Step | Approval route | Guides |
|---|---|---|
| As-built drawings Structural Solutions | Drawings that match what was built. | As-built drawings |
| Developer inspection Developer | Where the community has a developer. | — |
| Authority inspection DM, DDA or Trakhees | Final inspection; the order with the developer can vary. | — |
| Owner letter Owner | Required for the completion certificate. | Owner letter |
| Completion certificate Authority | Closes the permit; any deposit is returned after clearance. | Request sign-off online |
Questions
Related questions
Can an old permit still be closed?
Usually, with as-built drawings and inspections.
What if the original contractor is gone?
Sign-off can be done without them.
Do I get my deposit back?
After clearance.
Can you handle it?
Yes.
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