What is the difference between an architect and an engineer?
A professional engineer will specialize in building and structural design whereas an architect will specialize in things like building design and ambience. It is hard to nail down in a nutshell what each of them does, but an architect would work to design a building concept and then the engineer would design the structural and mechanical details to support the architect’s concept.

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1. What is the purpose of zoning?
2. What can I do if I receive a nuisance violation notice?
3. When do I need a building permit?
4. What type of work requires drawings?
5. What projects require an engineer or architects stamp on the drawings?
6. What is the difference between an architect and an engineer?
7. How does the City do inspections of permitted work?
8. What type of inspections are required?
9. If I wanted an inspection of a building before purchasing it, who would I contact to have that done?
10. Does the City require an inspection of an existing building before doing work to it?