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Terms of Use

Last updated: March 2026
⚠ Important: FreePermitApp provides general reference information only. It is not legal, architectural, or professional advice. Always verify permit requirements directly with your local building department before starting any project.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using FreePermitApp at freepermitapp.com (the "Site"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use the Site.

We reserve the right to update these Terms at any time. Continued use of the Site after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms. The "Last updated" date above reflects the most recent revision.

2. Informational Purpose Only

FreePermitApp is an informational resource. The permit guides, fee estimates, timelines, checklists, and other content on this Site are provided for general reference purposes only.

This Site does not provide:

  • Legal advice
  • Architectural or engineering advice
  • Contractor or professional services
  • Official permit applications or approvals
  • Guarantees about compliance with any law, code, or regulation

You should consult qualified professionals (licensed contractors, architects, attorneys) for advice specific to your project.

3. No Guarantee of Accuracy

Permit requirements, fees, timelines, and regulations vary by jurisdiction and change frequently. While we strive to keep information current, we do not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of any content on this Site.

Building codes and permit requirements are set by local governments and are subject to change without notice. Always verify requirements directly with your local building department, planning office, or relevant authority before beginning any construction, renovation, or improvement project.

Your use of any information on this Site is entirely at your own risk.

4. User Responsibilities

By using this Site, you agree to:

  • Use the Site for lawful purposes only
  • Not misrepresent your identity or project details when submitting lead forms
  • Not attempt to scrape, crawl, or harvest data from this Site in bulk without written permission
  • Not interfere with or disrupt the Site's infrastructure, servers, or networks
  • Not reproduce, distribute, or sell our content without prior written authorization
  • Verify all permit information with the relevant local authority before acting on it

5. Lead Forms and Contact Information

When you submit a lead form (guide download, cost calculator, contractor checklist), you may be contacted by FreePermitApp or our partners with relevant information and offers. By submitting your contact details, you consent to receiving such communications. You may opt out at any time using the unsubscribe link in any email or by contacting us at privacy@freepermitapp.com.

6. Intellectual Property

All content on this Site — including text, permit guides, data compilations, tool designs, graphics, and the FreePermitApp brand — is owned by or licensed to FreePermitApp. You may not copy, reproduce, republish, scrape, or distribute our content without express written permission, except as permitted by fair use.

Permit data sourced from public government records remains the property of the issuing government authority. We compile and present this data for informational purposes under fair use principles.

7. Third-Party Links and Advertising

This Site may contain links to third-party websites and display advertising from third-party ad networks (including Google AdSense). We are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or accuracy of any third-party website. Links and advertisements do not constitute endorsement by FreePermitApp.

Third-party advertisers and linked sites have their own terms of service and privacy policies that govern your use of those services.

8. Disclaimer of Warranties

THE SITE AND ALL CONTENT ARE PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, WE DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT.

We do not warrant that the Site will be uninterrupted, error-free, or free of viruses or other harmful components.

9. Limitation of Liability

TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, FREEPERMITAPP AND ITS OWNERS, OPERATORS, EMPLOYEES, AND AFFILIATES SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, SPECIAL, OR EXEMPLARY DAMAGES ARISING FROM:

  • Your use of or reliance on any information on this Site
  • Permit applications filed based on Site information that is incomplete or inaccurate
  • Fines, penalties, delays, or project costs resulting from incorrect permit information
  • Any interruption or unavailability of the Site

IN NO EVENT SHALL OUR TOTAL LIABILITY EXCEED $100. SOME JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATION OF LIABILITY, SO THESE LIMITATIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.

10. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless FreePermitApp and its affiliates from any claims, losses, damages, liabilities, costs, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising from your use of the Site, your violation of these Terms, or your violation of any third party's rights.

11. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Delaware, United States, without regard to its conflict-of-law provisions. Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of the Site shall be resolved exclusively in the state or federal courts located in Delaware. You consent to personal jurisdiction in those courts.

12. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect. The unenforceable provision will be modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it enforceable.

13. Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and FreePermitApp regarding your use of the Site. They supersede any prior agreements or understandings.

14. Contact Us

For questions about these Terms:

  • Email: legal@freepermitapp.com
  • Website: freepermitapp.com

These Terms of Use apply to freepermitapp.com. Use of any third-party services linked from this site is governed by those services' own terms.

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