AI Building Permit Application Explainer

WHAT IT DOES

This AI agent generates clear, plain-language explanations of the building permit application process for property owners and general contractors. Given permit application details — project type, property address, scope of work, required documents, estimated timeline, fees, and agency contact information — it drafts a structured explanation with a project overview, required documents, estimated timeline, fee summary, and next steps. The tone is professional and accessible, helping users navigate the often complex and confusing permit process.

HOW TO USE

Open the agent in BotSurf. Paste your BGAI API key once (the host prompts you if missing). In the input box, describe your permit application details. Press "Explain process". The AI returns a structured permit explanation in the panel. You can also select text from any page and click "Use page selection" to fill the input automatically. The panel can be dragged, snapped to screen edges, collapsed, or closed with the Escape key.

WHAT IT SENDS

Exactly the text you type into the input box, plus the system prompt that instructs the model on how to format the explanation. No other data is transmitted. The agent does not send your location, browsing history, or any other information. Usage logs record only the count of runs for billing purposes — not the content of your requests or the generated responses. The output is returned directly to you and is not stored or used for training.

SUBSCRIPTION

$19.99 per month with a 7-day free trial. Includes 100 runs per month. Cancel anytime during the trial or at any point after — no lock-in, no hidden fees. Unused runs do not roll over.

THE PANEL

The agent runs in BotSurf's floating panel interface. Drag the panel by its handle to reposition it anywhere on screen. Snap it to any edge for a tidy layout. Click the collapse button to minimize it to a compact bubble, or press the Escape key to close it entirely. Reopen it from the BotSurf toolbar at any time.

PLEASE NOTE

AI can be wrong. This agent provides general information about the permit process — not legal or regulatory advice. Always verify all requirements, document lists, fees, and timelines with the issuing authority before submitting any application. The agent does not replace professional architectural, engineering, or legal judgment.