I interviewed Ms. Lillie Crockett, part-time worker at Northwoods City Hall. Ms. Crockett works in the occupancy permit area. That is one of lots of jobs she has. She is a business owner, a mother of two. One child is in the Air Force; she is putting the other through college.

Question: How do you go by getting an occupancy permit?

Answer: First you have to pass the house inspection, the cost of $125, which includes two inspections. After that the cost is $10.

Question: Where would a person go to get an occupancy permit?

Answer: You will have to go to the city hall to get a permit.

Question: Why do people need an occupancy permit?

Answer: You need an occupancy permit to ensure your safety and make sure you do not go over the living limit. As you can see everyone needs an occupancy permit to get a house. The cost might be high to get it, but hey its helping you in the long run.