Use this method when you’re already working in the Data Viewer and want to start a construction permit without going back to the Home Page.
Steps to create a new construction permit from the Data Viewer
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While in the Data Viewer of the module, click the Create New button.
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Start typing the address or APN and select it from the populated drop-down.
Or toggle the Search type drop-down to search by Block and Lot.
Once you select an address, a new permit form will generate. -
Review the default information on the Identification and Property tabs.
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Begin entering permit-specific details such as Description of Work, Work Type, and required contacts.
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Click Save to store your progress before navigating away.
🚨 Important: The system does not auto-save. Any changes—including attachments—will be lost if the record is not saved.
Where can I start a new permit from?
You can create a new construction permit from:
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The Homepage
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The Data Viewer
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An existing construction permit using Create New in the record toolbar
All options generate the same new permit form once the property is selected.
What information is filled in automatically?
When the permit is created, the system pre-fills:
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Status: Applied
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Date Entered: Today’s date
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Census Item: 999
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Permit Type: 6
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Use Group: R-5 (Residential, one- and two-family dwellings)
Always review these defaults and update them if the project requires something different.
✅ Pro Tip: Even though some fields are pre-filled, double-check the Owner in Fee, Use Group, and Work Site details before moving forward. Small errors early can cause delays during review and inspections.
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