Estimating & Workflow
AHJ
Short for authority having jurisdiction, the local agency that adopts and enforces building codes, issues permits, and runs inspections. On a roof or water-damage repair it is usually the city or county building department. When an estimate carries code-mandated work, the AHJ is the office that approves the permit and closes the final inspection.
Common questions
What does "AHJ" mean in Xactimate estimating?
Short for authority having jurisdiction, the local agency that adopts and enforces building codes, issues permits, and runs inspections. On a roof or water-damage repair it is usually the city or county building department. When an estimate carries code-mandated work, the AHJ is the office that approves the permit and closes the final inspection.
Where does "AHJ" show up in a claim?
The term matters on estimates and scopes across the insurance restoration workflow. Browse the glossary for related terms.
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