What does tolling of building permits mean?

What does tolling of building permits mean?

Connecticut Governor’s Executive Order 7JJ states that building permits “valid as of March 10, 2020, shall not lapse or otherwise expire during the state of emergency, and the expiration date of the approval shall toll during the state of emergency.”  What does that mean?

Can a building permit be denied for potential illegal use?

Can a building permit be denied for potential illegal use?

While reviewing plans for a building permit, code and zoning officials often raise objections citing potential illegal use due to proposed work.  Is that justified?

What should I do if my home was flooded?

What should I do if my home was flooded?

Many people thought that their homes were safe because they were not in a flood zone.  But recent weather events have changed their beliefs.  Here what I would recommend you do if your home was flooded and sustained damage due to flooding or severe weather.