Simplified Interior Renovation Permits: How Much Can You Save Compared to Standard Applications?
On your renovation budget sheet, beyond the visible hard costs like masonry, carpentry, and plumbing, there’s a line item that causes many homeowners significant hesitation and even heartache: the interior renovation permit application fee. Many privately lament, “It’s just a piece of paper, why do they charge me tens of thousands?” In traditional thinking, this fee is seen as an “unproductive expense,” a necessary tribute to the government. Consequently, to save this money, many opt for risky shortcuts, subtly hinting to contractors for “discreet work” in hopes of flying under the radar.However, this strategy of “saving small amounts” often leads to “spending big” tragedies in today’s environment of strict reporting systems and transparent record-keeping. A fine starting at $60,000 NTD…