Permit Authority

/ˈpɜːrmɪt əˈθɔːrɪti/

Definitions

  1. (n.) A governmental or regulatory body authorized to issue permissions or licenses required by law.
    The permit authority granted approval for the construction project to proceed.

Forms

  • permit authority
  • permit authorities

Commentary

The term typically refers to entities empowered to control compliance through issuance of legal permissions; distinguish from 'license authority' which may have broader or differing regulatory functions.

This glossary is for general informational and educational purposes only. Definitions are jurisdiction-agnostic but reflect terminology and concepts primarily drawn from English and American legal traditions. Nothing herein constitutes legal advice or creates a lawyer-client relationship. Users should consult qualified counsel for advice on specific matters or jurisdictions.

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