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How AI is Transforming Construction Permitting in 2026

December 28, 20257 min read

The AI Revolution in AEC

Construction permitting has been manual for decades. That's changing fast.

Where AI Adds Value

1. Document Parsing

AI can now read PDF comment letters and extract:

  • Individual comments
  • Discipline categorization
  • Code references
  • Required actions

    • 2. Response Generation

    Large language models can draft professional responses that:

  • Match the examiner's terminology
  • Reference correct code sections
  • Suggest specific drawing changes

    • 3. Code Compliance Checking

    AI tools can pre-check drawings for:

  • Egress requirements
  • Accessibility compliance
  • Fire separation issues

    • What AI Can't Replace

  • Professional judgment on design intent
  • Relationship building with jurisdictions
  • Creative problem-solving for unique conditions

    • The Hybrid Approach

    The best results come from AI + human expertise:

  • AI handles extraction and organization
  • Humans review and customize responses
  • AI generates formatted packages
  • Humans maintain examiner relationships

    • Getting Started

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