Permit Running Frequently Asked Questions
What is a permit runner?
A permit runner handles administrative tasks associated with moving permit documents between applicants and government offices. This may include delivering applications or plans, picking up approved documents, making permitted status inquiries, and completing other in-person errands related to the permitting process.
Can you submit my permit application for me?
In many cases, we can deliver a completed permit application or other documents to the appropriate office on your behalf. The municipality and type of permit determine whether third-party submission is allowed and whether additional authorization is required.
Do you fill out permit applications?
Our permit running service is primarily for the submission, pickup, delivery, and handling of documents prepared by the customer or their contractor or other professional. We do not provide professional advice about how permit applications should be completed.
Can you check the status of a permit?
When an in-person inquiry is needed and the applicable office permits it, we can request available status information and report the information provided by the office back to you.
Can you pick up an approved permit?
Yes, when the applicable building department allows pickup by a third party and any required authorization has been provided.
Can you deliver revised plans or additional documents?
Yes. We can deliver revised plans, supporting documents, or other requested materials to the appropriate office when third-party delivery is permitted.
Can you pay permit fees for me?
When an office accepts payment from a third party, payment of pre-authorized fees may be arranged as part of the assignment. Payment funds and instructions must be provided in advance.
Can you get my permit approved faster?
No. Call To Sign cannot influence processing times or guarantee approval. Our role is to handle the administrative legwork requested by the customer and help avoid unnecessary trips to the permitting office.
Do you provide permit expediting?
We provide permit running and administrative assistance rather than professional permit consulting or expediting. We can submit, retrieve, deliver, and obtain available information according to your instructions, but we do not prepare plans, resolve code issues, or represent ourselves as permitting or construction professionals.
What areas do you serve?
Call To Sign provides permit running services throughout Miami-Dade and Broward Counties. Availability depends on the location of the government office, the requirements of the assignment, and the services that particular office allows a third party to complete.
