A $700 drywall patch would normally be under the dollar limit, but the city requires a permit for the work. How does that affect the §7048 exemption?
Correct Answer
C) The exemption does not apply when a building permit is required.
The minor-work exemption is not available for work that requires a building permit, even if the price is under $1,000.
Why This Is the Correct Answer
The minor-work exemption is not available for work that requires a building permit, even if the price is under $1,000.
Why the Other Options Are Wrong
Option A: The exemption still applies because the price is under $1,000, even though the permit condition separately controls the exemption.
The exemption still applies because the price is under $1,000, even though the permit condition separately controls the exemption. does not follow the measured scope, unit conversion, allowance, coverage, or final rounding required for minor work exemption.
Option B: The exemption applies if the customer signs a waiver.
The exemption applies if the customer signs a waiver. does not follow the measured scope, unit conversion, allowance, coverage, or final rounding required for minor work exemption.
Option D: The exemption applies only if the permit fee is under $100.
The exemption applies only if the permit fee is under $100. does not follow the measured scope, unit conversion, allowance, coverage, or final rounding required for minor work exemption.
Memory Technique
Measure to minor-work, adjust for available, then let Checking Requirements set the finish line.
Reference Hint
Study anchor (closed-book): memorize Minor work exemption from CSLB 2026 Law Book; California Business and Professions Code; CSLB. / Business and Professions Code Section 7048; know the rule or calculation trigger without relying on exam-room lookup.
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