Building Permit

Permission granted by a local government to build a specific structure at a particular site.

Permission granted by a local government to build a specific structure or reconfigure an existing building at a particular site.
Example: Abel desires to construct a small office building at the corner of First and Main. A building permit must be obtained from the city to allow the construction to proceed legally.

A written authorization to an applicant (usually a builder) for a specific project allowing him to proceed with construction; granted by the municipal agency having jurisdiction after plans have been filed and reviewed favorably.