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Duplicate a Permit

Save time by duplicating existing permits in ConstructionOnline™

BACKGROUND

Construction companies frequently manage projects with recurring permit requirements. Manually entering these similar or recurring permits is time-consuming and prone to errors, hindering efficiency and increasing project risk. ConstructionOnline addresses this challenge by enabling users to duplicate existing permits with just a few clicks. This functionality significantly streamlines the permit process, reduces data entry, and ensures consistency while boosting productivity and minimizing potential delays.  

⚠️ Important: Archived permits cannot be duplicated.

HOW TO DUPLICATE A PERMIT 

  1. Navigate to the Permit Tracking feature. 
  2. Locate the desired permit you wish to duplicate.  
  3. Right-click on the permit and select the "Duplicate" option.
     
     Duplicate a construction Permit in ConstructionOnline's project management software
    1. This will create a copy of the permit that will appear within the "Project Permits" List. 

      The original construction Permit and the copy of the Permit

➡️ Pro Tip: Duplicate multiple permits by selecting their checkboxes, right-clicking any of the selected permits, and choosing the "Duplicate" option. 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION 

  • Subscription Level: ConstructionOnline's OnGuard Permit Tracking feature is available for companies with current ConstructionOnline subscriptions at Team, Business, and Enterprise levels.
    • Permit Tracking is also available as a Per-Company Add-On for all other plans.
  • Permissions: Admin Users and Company Users with "Can Create, Edit, & Delete" permissions for Permits can duplicate existing permits. 
  • CO™ Mobile App: Users with the appropriate permissions can duplicate permits via the ConstructionOnline Mobile App. 

HAVE MORE QUESTIONS?

  • Frequently asked questions (FAQ) about Permit Tracking can be found in the article FAQ: Permit Tracking.
  • If you need additional assistance, chat with a ConstructionOnline Specialist by clicking the orange Chat icon in the bottom left corner or visit the UDA Support Page for more options.