Building Permit Glossary
Plan Review
The desk review in which an AHJ checks drawings, forms, calculations, and supporting documents before issuing a permit.
Permit processProblems & timing
Applies to
Building · Remodeling · Garage · Decks & patios · Trade permits
Project example
A garage packet may be returned because the site plan shows a different setback than the architectural plan.
Also called
permit reviewbuilding plan reviewdesk review
Where this term shows up in permit work and how it affects the project
Plan-review comments create the revision loop. Resolving the comment against the exact source and resubmitting a coordinated packet is usually faster than answering each document separately.
If this term appears in a form, plan comment, or local ordinance, start with the building permit guide, compare it against the zoning permit guide, then use the permit guide directory to find the right local path.