August 17th, 2011 2:53 PM by Jennifer McGuire
If you have a home with an unfinished basement, and decide you'd like to finish it into a nice new room, BE SURE to get a building permit and have all the proper inspections performed along the way.
In the State of Virginia, it is considered a disclosure if the space has been finished without the proper permits. I know several homeowners do not disclose this. But if it is discovered during the home selling process, it can really cause a major headache for all concerned.
Rather than having to rip out nice pretty sheetrock, beautiful flooring, as well as lighting, take the proper steps along the way. You'll be glad you did.