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Building permit
Architecture; General architecture
Whenever a new business involves construction, a building permit must be obtained and filed with local authorities.
Festoon
Architecture; General architecture
A carved ornament in the form of a band, loop, or wreath, suspended from two points; also called a "garland" or "swag".
Façade
Architecture; General architecture
The main exterior face of a building, sometimes distinguished from the other faces by elaboration of architectural or ornamental details.
Eyebrow dormer
Architecture; General architecture
A curved dormer with no sides, covered by a smooth protrusion from the sloping roof.
Fascia
Architecture; General architecture
A horizontal, flat element often combined with a cornice and architrave.
Fenestration
Architecture; General architecture
The arrangement, proportioning and design of windows in a building.
Drip moulding
Architecture; General architecture
A projecting moulding around the head of a door or window frame, often extended horizontally at right angles to the sides of the frame, intended to channel rain away from the opening; also called a ...
