What you need to know when selling a home that had unpermitted work done.
"Can I sell my house if I had work done without a permit?" I get this question a lot from my clients, and the short answer to that is yes, you absolutely can. However, there are still a few things you need to know before you put your house on the market.
If you've done some unpermitted work on your home, whether it was an addition to the bathroom or a new bedroom finishing, make sure you understand what parameters and codes go along with the work.
"Check with your local municipalities to make sure that you've done your work correctly."
I recommend that you always check with the city and see if you can get your home re-inspected so you can get the permit. This also lets you legally add square footage to help you maximize the profitability of your home.
If you hired a professional to do the work or you're confident in your craftsmanship, the finished product will appeal to a lot of buyers, and you can sell the home even without permits. However, there are still some primary parameters around this depending on where you live in the country. Check with your local municipalities to make sure that you've done your work correctly.
If you want more details about this topic, don't hesitate to call or email me. I have five years of extensive construction knowledge, so I'll be happy to answer your questions!
