[jyl]

As a general rule (if there is one), if you hire licensed electricians and plumbers to do minor work (adding some outlets and switched light fixtures, moving a sink a few feet, replacing a 1/2" gas line with a 3/4" line - that's what I'm thinking about) and they pull electrical and plumbing permits, but you don't go as far as getting a full building permit, will the city send an inspector to sign off on the work and give you trouble for not getting the building permit? This would be for a kitchen remodel that is just replacing cabinets, replacing appliances, adding some outlets and lights, and moving a sink, paint, counters. No walls being moved, all work inside the house, no change to footprint or footage.

How about if you have the electrician install a larger electrical panel and a 240v outlet, and have the plumber replace the house's supply line from the street?

I know individual cities do things differently, just wondered if there is a typical, usual practice.