Are separate permits required? If so, why?

Some of the reasons a separate permit may be required are:

• By law, most electrical and plumbing permits can only be issued to licensed electricians and licensed plumbers.
• Certain permits are requested before the primary permit is ready (e.g., temporary use permits).
• Some projects are divided among different contractors, each with responsibility for only certain aspects of the job.
• Work in the right-of-way requires a licensed and bonded contractor.
• Certain permits are administered by different City departments.