Planning & EstimatingQuestion 384 of 521
Who is normally responsible for obtaining the electrical permit for a project?
a.The licensed contractor performing the work
b.The serving electric utility
c.The project architect
d.The building inspector
Explanation
The licensed contractor doing the installation normally pulls the permit and is responsible for the work being inspected. The utility connects power, the architect designs, and the inspector reviews the work rather than obtaining the permit.
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