A permit renewal is the process of obtaining a new building permit after an existing permit has expired. Building permits are typically issued for a specific period of time, and if the work that is covered by the permit is not completed within that time, the permit will expire.

Plan review and processing is the process of evaluating and approving construction plans and documents before work can begin on a building project. It is an important step in the construction process that is designed to ensure that the work that is being proposed is safe, feasible, and compliant with all relevant regulations and standards.

The recording process refers to the process of officially registering and documenting real estate transactions and other legal documents that affect the ownership or use of property. This process is typically managed by the local government agency that is responsible for maintaining land records, such as the county recorder or the city clerk.

Private providers in the construction industry may be involved in the permitting process in a variety of ways, depending on their area of expertise and the needs of their clients.

A zoning variance is a legal exception to the zoning regulations that are in place in a particular area. Zoning regulations are laws that govern how land can be used, and they typically specify things like the types of buildings that can be constructed, the maximum height and density of buildings, and the types of uses that are allowed.