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tineeric
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What is the name of your state? CA
I signed a contract for a room addition which essentially encloses my existing covered porch. The contractor has been in business for 20+ yrs with no BBB complaints. The contract price is $35,000 and I have paid a $5300 deposit and over $1000 for an "engineering fee" and city plan check. The city refused to issue the permit, saying the design does not comply with building code rules (1997 rules) governing "air flow" in the house. The plan will not be approved without major changes to the original project involving the removal of existing doors and walls. Shouldn't the contractor verify compliance with building codes before sending the project to the engineer? Do I have a right to cancel this contract and recieve full reimbursement for all expenses?
Thank you for your help,
Tine
I signed a contract for a room addition which essentially encloses my existing covered porch. The contractor has been in business for 20+ yrs with no BBB complaints. The contract price is $35,000 and I have paid a $5300 deposit and over $1000 for an "engineering fee" and city plan check. The city refused to issue the permit, saying the design does not comply with building code rules (1997 rules) governing "air flow" in the house. The plan will not be approved without major changes to the original project involving the removal of existing doors and walls. Shouldn't the contractor verify compliance with building codes before sending the project to the engineer? Do I have a right to cancel this contract and recieve full reimbursement for all expenses?
Thank you for your help,
Tine