Legal Occupancy Permit

LEGAL OCCUPANCY PERMIT

THIS LEGAL OCCUPANCY PERMIT is issued by Issuing Authority: to Permittee Name: concerning Permit No.: for the Premises located at: . Issuance Date:

RECITALS

WHEREAS, the Issuing Authority is vested with authority to regulate building occupancy, safety and code compliance within its jurisdiction; and

WHEREAS, the Permittee has applied for permission to legally occupy the Premises described above and has provided documents, inspections and representations required by the Issuing Authority; and

WHEREAS, the Issuing Authority has conducted or ordered such inspections and conditions as necessary to determine that the Premises substantially complies with applicable codes, subject to the conditions set forth herein;

NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual covenants and conditions contained herein, the parties agree as follows:

1. DEFINITIONS

For purposes of this Permit, "Premises" means the real property and structures located at the address identified above; "Code" means all building, fire, electrical, mechanical and zoning standards applicable to the Premises; and "Permittee" means the individual or entity identified above who is authorized to occupy the Premises under this Permit.

2. SCOPE OF PERMIT

This Permit authorizes the Permittee to legally occupy the Premises for the following use and occupancy classification:

Occupancy Type: Residential Commercial Assembly Other

Maximum permitted occupant load: . The Permittee shall not exceed the stated occupant load without prior written approval of the Issuing Authority.

3. CONDITIONS OF OCCUPANCY

The Permittee shall comply with the following conditions as prerequisite to continued occupancy:

1. Maintain existing life-safety systems (fire alarms, extinguishers, means of egress) in full operational condition and subject to periodic inspection by the Issuing Authority;
2. Not make any structural or material alteration to the Premises that affects egress, fire-safety, or occupancy classification without prior written approval and a permitted plan review;
3. Maintain proof of insurance as required by the Issuing Authority and provide certificates or endorsements upon request;
4. Immediately abate any condition discovered to be hazardous and notify the Issuing Authority of corrective measures taken;
5. Permit authorized inspectors reasonable access to the Premises upon request or as scheduled for periodic reevaluation.

4. INSPECTIONS AND CERTIFICATION

The Issuing Authority's issuance of this Permit is predicated upon inspections and documentation provided by the Permittee. Continued validity of this Permit is subject to successful completion of any required follow-up inspections and certification of compliance. The Issuing Authority reserves the right to require additional inspections where continued compliance is in question.

5. DURATION, RENEWAL & FEES

This Permit shall commence on the Issuance Date and remain in effect until revoked, suspended, or until the Issuing Authority specifies an expiration date below. Renewal may be granted upon application and demonstration of continued compliance.

Expiration Date (if any): . Permit Fee Paid: $

6. REVOCATION, SUSPENSION AND ENFORCEMENT

The Issuing Authority may suspend or revoke this Permit upon a determination that the Permittee has failed to comply with applicable law, code requirements, or any material term of this Permit. Suspension or revocation may be immediate where an imminent hazard to life, safety or public welfare exists. Permittee shall have any administrative appeal rights provided by ordinance but shall not continue occupancy where required by the Issuing Authority to evacuate.

7. REPRESENTATIONS, WARRANTIES AND INDEMNITY

The Permittee represents that the information supplied in support of this Permit is true and complete and warrants that the Permittee will maintain the Premises in compliance with applicable Codes. The Permittee shall indemnify, defend and hold harmless the Issuing Authority, its officers, agents and employees from any claims, liabilities, losses or expenses, including reasonable attorneys' fees, arising from Permittee's occupancy, use, alterations, or negligent acts or omissions, except to the extent caused by the Issuing Authority's gross negligence or willful misconduct.

8. NOTICES

Any notice required or permitted under this Permit shall be in writing and delivered to the addresses below by hand delivery, certified mail, or other delivery method that provides proof of receipt.

9. AMENDMENT, WAIVER AND COUNTERPARTS

No amendment or waiver of any provision of this Permit shall be valid unless in writing and signed by both parties. A waiver of any breach or default shall not constitute a waiver of any subsequent breach. This Permit may be executed in counterparts, each of which shall be deemed an original for all purposes.

10. GOVERNING LAW; ENTIRE AGREEMENT; SEVERABILITY

This Permit shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the jurisdiction in which the Premises is located. This Permit constitutes the entire agreement between the parties with respect to the subject matter hereof, superseding all prior negotiations, proposals or agreements. If any provision of this Permit is held invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

11. CERTIFICATION

The undersigned certify under penalty of perjury that they are authorized to execute this Permit on behalf of the party for whom they sign, that the information provided is true and complete, and that the Permittee will comply with all material terms, conditions and applicable Codes required by this Permit.

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