On Sat, 12 Dec 2015 09:17:02 -0500, wrote:

This passed E-Safe inspection in November (and yes, I did need to pull
a permit to install the GFCI outlets)
Up here ANY work on aluminum wire, including like for like
replacements of switches, outlets, and luminaires requires a permit.

Just another example of using rules which were originally intended for
safety to get their hands into your wallet and fill their own pockets.
They know that some people will actually be stupid enough to buy the
permit. But think about this.... How are they going to know if you
replaced an outlet or switch??? Unless they have detailed photos of
every room in your home, they wont even know if you change a light
fixture.