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Why Missing One Page Can Cost Weeks

A single missing document can reset the review clock. Here is why it happens and how to prevent it.

November 22, 20255 min read
Why Missing One Page Can Cost Weeks

Permitting is a checklist process

Most building departments process permits in batches. If a packet is incomplete, it often goes to the back of the queue once corrected.

That makes a missing page far more expensive than it looks on paper.

The usual missing pieces

These are small details, but they trigger a full resubmittal cycle.

  • Unstamped site plan or plat of survey
  • Incomplete owner authorization
  • Signature or contractor license number missing
  • Mismatch between scope and plan sheets

How to stop the reset

Permitech uses standardized intake and a permit packet checklist tailored to the AHJ. That catches missing items before submission.

Key takeaways

  • Incomplete packets often reset the review clock.
  • Small omissions cause the longest delays.
  • A structured checklist prevents the rework.

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