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Why is a contractor asking me to pull the permit?

It may shift official responsibility to you or bypass contractor eligibility. Read the owner-builder affidavit before agreeing.

Local decision requiredReviewed August 4, 2026
PLAIN ANSWERIt may shift official responsibility to you or bypass contractor eligibility. Read the owner-builder affidavit before agreeing.Local rules vary. The linked official examples support the workflow, not a nationwide yes/no answer.

A safe way to handle it

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Ask why the contractor will not be permit holder.
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Verify license and local registration independently.
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Do not sign an owner affidavit that misstates who supervises or performs the work.

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