buildingpermits

noun

UK /ˈbɪldɪŋ ˈpɜːmɪts/

US /ˈbɪldɪŋ ˈpɜːrmɪts/

Official papers that say it is okay to build or change a building.

You need building permits before you can add a new room to your house.

SYNONYMS

construction permits building licenses work permits planning permissions

RELATED WORDS

construction renovation zoning inspections contractor

OTHER MEANINGS

2. Approvals from a local government to start a construction project.

The city issued building permits for the new school.

3. Written permissions required before making major repairs to a structure.

The owners applied for building permits to fix the roof.

4. Documents that show a planned building meets safety and zoning rules.

Inspectors checked the building permits before work began.