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  1. J

    What happens if a city approves a deck that seems to violate fire codes

    I received the staff report which was ridiculous and ended with the threat "If the Board of Adjustments concludes that the appellant’s arguments are valid and concludes that Staff approved the building permit for the deck in violation of the Provo City Code, then it would also need to conclude...
  2. J

    What happens if a city approves a deck that seems to violate fire codes

  3. J

    What happens if a city approves a deck that seems to violate fire codes

    I came home to a huge yellow notice outside my house - I've definitely poked the bear!! It's kind of embarrassing...
  4. J

    What happens if a city approves a deck that seems to violate fire codes

    Well - the Staff Report is due from the City today and the BOA appeal is next Thursday. My attorney is preparing to fight them on the timliness as the city said I filed late. He believes there are exceptional circumstances in my case. My attorney also believes that the city don't have a leg to...
  5. J

    What happens if a city approves a deck that seems to violate fire codes

    The local press is sending a fit crew to the BOA hearing so I'm hoping that helps the story gain momentum!
  6. J

    What happens if a city approves a deck that seems to violate fire codes

    Surely he will have to if the courts rule in my favor?
  7. J

    What happens if a city approves a deck that seems to violate fire codes

    He didn't do any of the work as he was out of the country.
  8. J

    What happens if a city approves a deck that seems to violate fire codes

    No - he can have a friend do it but these guys were not his friends and I don't think they'd claim to be as they'd have to go to court.
  9. J

    What happens if a city approves a deck that seems to violate fire codes

    I think they will have no option as it is going to BOA and then court. The emails that were obtained show that the city is concerned that no inspections were done and they reached out to my neighbor to get them done. Since inspections are owner driven it is unusual for the city to email the...
  10. J

    What happens if a city approves a deck that seems to violate fire codes

    So the city or state should hold him accountable?
  11. J

    What happens if a city approves a deck that seems to violate fire codes

    So, the latest update is that the "Senator" claimed he was using a contractor on the building certificate but when I called the contractor he said he had refused to do the job. I'm thinking the two guys who built it were not licensed. Do I have any recourse on him doing this?
  12. J

    What happens if a city approves a deck that seems to violate fire codes

    And that's a whole other thread!! If only the Senator had worked with me....
  13. J

    What happens if a city approves a deck that seems to violate fire codes

    It seems that my state has its own law but it refers to IBC 2018 and IRC 2015.
  14. J

    What happens if a city approves a deck that seems to violate fire codes

    I think he thinks I will not pursue it and thinks that the Board of Adjustments will come down in favor of the city. I don't think he realizes that a building permit does not guarantee zoning and since he had his son in law pull the permit instead of the contractor that I can sue him directly...
  15. J

    What happens if a city approves a deck that seems to violate fire codes

    I sure hope so - it has been expensive! Since the city blocked the opinion from the State Ombudsman who ruled in my favor until the city provided affidavits disputing the facts saying they "couldn't recall" if they had denied me the opportunity to see the plans although it would have made no...
  16. J

    What happens if a city approves a deck that seems to violate fire codes

    I have told them that from day 1 and my neighbor told me to sue him. Since they wouldn't work with me I had to get a zoning expert and it turns out that no decks are allowed except the ones that were approved in the original PD. That was never what I wanted - I would have been happy if they had...
  17. J

    What happens if a city approves a deck that seems to violate fire codes

    The SLC FAQ says: "Can I obtain the permit myself? If the structure is YOUR primary residence (the one you reside in), you may take out the permits. If this is a rental or commercial property, you will need to have a contractor obtain the permits and do the work required. If the work being...
  18. J

    What happens if a city approves a deck that seems to violate fire codes

    Turns out no inspections were ever done and the report from the zoning expert shows that the deck is in complete violation of zoning code. It should never have been approved...now the quest is on to get rid of it. I'm guessing the Senator will be very annoyed! Fingers crossed justice prevails.
  19. J

    What happens if a city approves a deck that seems to violate fire codes

    I know it's true for SLC but I'm sure I saw it in IBC and IRC. I just can't find it now and I'm doing as much of the legwork as possible to save on attorney fees. If you can find it that would be great :)
  20. J

    What happens if a city approves a deck that seems to violate fire codes

    Long time with no posts...as litigation approaches I have a question and I know you're better at finding this stuff than me. I saw somewhere that If the structure is YOUR primary residence (the one you reside in), you may take out the permits. If this is a rental or commercial property, you will...
  21. J

    What happens if a city approves a deck that seems to violate fire codes

    You would think so - but so far no bites from the media.
  22. J

    What happens if a city approves a deck that seems to violate fire codes

    Thanks so much - I appreciate it :)
  23. J

    What happens if a city approves a deck that seems to violate fire codes

    I know this is obvious to you but which office in the State? I've managed to get an expert opinion from the former Property Rights Ombudsman (since the city blocked the current ombudsman) and now I need to gather up more information so my attorney doesn't cost me my whole life!!
  24. J

    What happens if a city approves a deck that seems to violate fire codes

    So the quest continues and I'm picking your expert brain again! I need to know where to find the Utah State law that encompasses the quote from our local newspaper "According to Utah state law, if there is a contractor on the job, it is his or her responsibility to get the permits and handle the...
  25. J

    What happens if a city approves a deck that seems to violate fire codes

    Share the joke :)
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