Twenty-six permits for projects with a total valuation of $56,345 were taken out at city hall during the month of August. Permits were issued for the following: Peni Deatherage, 28 Surrey Circle, roofing; John Lynn, 310 W. Aldine, carport; Lance Burroughs, 516 W. Aldine, carport; Amanda Meyer, 307 W. Louisa,