I’ve been thinking about installing a metal carport on my property this summer, but I recently found out that permit rules can vary a lot depending on where you live. Some neighbors told me permits are only needed for larger structures, while others said even small carports require approval from the city. I don’t want to start construction and later run into fines or legal issues. Has anyone here already gone through this process and can explain how difficult it usually is to get permission for a residential carport installation?