Last Updated: August 10, 2026
Permitrust provides research tools and information aggregation services to help users understand potential permit requirements. Our platform is designed as a starting point for your research, not as a final decision-making authority.
What this means for you:
We help you gather information about permits, but we don't make official decisions. Think of us as a research assistant that helps you understand what questions to ask and where to look for answers.
You are solely responsible for all decisions and actions you take based on information from our platform. We provide information as a convenience, but you must independently verify all details and make your own informed decisions.
What this means for you:
You are in charge of your own decisions. We give you information, but you need to check it yourself and make your own choices about what to do with it. We're not responsible for what you decide to build or how you use our information.
Our platform gathers information from public sources including government websites, municipal databases, and other publicly available resources. We do not create or verify this information ourselves.
What this means for you:
We collect information from public sources. We don't check every piece of information ourselves. The accuracy of what we show depends on the accuracy of the sources we use.
Information on our platform may contain errors, be incomplete, or become outdated. Rules change frequently, and we cannot guarantee that all information is current or accurate at all times.
What this means for you:
Government rules change all the time. The information we have might be wrong, incomplete, or outdated. Don't rely solely on us — always check with the official sources before you do anything important.
Our platform provides general information only. Nothing on Permitrust constitutes legal advice, engineering guidance, architectural services, or professional consulting. You must consult qualified professionals for specific advice.
What this means for you:
We are not lawyers, engineers, or architects. We give general information, not professional advice. If you need expert guidance, hire a licensed professional who can give you advice specific to your situation.
You must verify all information from our platform directly with your local government authorities, building departments, and other official sources before starting any project, applying for permits, or making decisions.
📢 RULE: Always confirm permit requirements, zoning rules, and regulations with your local building department before starting any construction.
What this means for you:
You must check everything we tell you with your local government. Visit your building department, call them, or check their official website. Don't start building until the government says it's okay.
Our platform may link to or reference third-party websites, government portals, and external resources. We do not control or endorse these sites and are not responsible for their content, security, or accuracy.
What this means for you:
Sometimes we link to other websites. We don't own these sites and we don't control what's on them. If you have problems with a site we link to, you need to deal with that site directly.
Our platform and all information provided are offered "as is" without any guarantees. We make no promises that our service will meet your needs, be uninterrupted, or be error-free.
What this means for you:
We give you information as-is — we don't promise it's perfect. Our service might have errors, could go down sometimes, and might not do exactly what you want. You use it knowing this.
To the maximum extent permitted by law, Permitrust and its owners, employees, and affiliates are not liable for any damages, losses, or costs arising from your use of our platform or reliance on our information.
What this means for you:
If you use our platform and something goes wrong — you lose money, your project fails, or you get in trouble with the government — we are not responsible. You use our service at your own risk.
You agree to protect and defend Permitrust from any claims, damages, or expenses that arise from your use of our platform, including legal fees and costs, if someone makes a claim against us because of your actions.
What this means for you:
If someone sues us because of something you did with our platform, you need to pay for our legal defense and any costs. This protects us from being held responsible for your actions.
Any disputes about our platform or these terms will be resolved through binding arbitration, not in court. Arbitration is a private process that is faster and less formal than going to court.
What this means for you:
If we have a disagreement, we'll settle it through arbitration (a private process) instead of going to court. This is usually faster and less expensive for everyone involved.
These terms are governed by the laws of the State of Illinois. Any legal actions related to these terms will be handled in Illinois courts, and you agree to this jurisdiction.
What this means for you:
The laws of Illinois apply to this agreement. If there's a legal issue, it will be handled in Illinois courts. By using our platform, you agree to this.
We may update these terms from time to time. When we make changes, we'll update the date at the top of this page. Your continued use of our platform means you accept the current terms.
What this means for you:
We might change these rules occasionally. We'll update the date when we do. If you keep using our platform, you're agreeing to the new rules. Check back occasionally to stay informed.
If you have questions about these terms or our platform, please contact us at:
Email: support@permitrust.com
What this means for you:
Have questions? We're here to help. Contact us at the email above and we'll do our best to assist you.
