Getting city approval: digital applications vs. old-school paperwork

walker84 · 2025-11-09T22:00:26Z

I’m torn between doing my next home reno permit online or just biting the bullet and going down to the city office with a stack of papers. The digital thing sounds faster, but last time their website glitched and I nearly lost my mind. Paper forms are annoying, but at least you can talk to a real person if there’s a problem. Anyone have a preference? Does one actually save you more time or stress in the end?

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I get the frustration, but honestly, I don’t totally mind the paper backup. Had a project where their online system crashed halfway through review—my printed set saved me from starting over. Not ideal, but sometimes old-school has its perks...

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