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  1. VillageInspector

    R2 Pool Barrier

    This is a variation from the original post but would you allow white resin six feet in height as a permanent in ground pool barrier? We are under the 2018 IBC. My concern is that I've seen these panels blown out due to high winds so I don't consider them to be sturdy.
  2. VillageInspector

    Setback and variance

    The way it works in my world is you submit a permit to build in this case a rear deck. I then write you a letter of denial assuming it violates rear setback. You then may pursue a rear yard setback variance with the ZBA. All this amending an existing variance , citing hardships, I'm not sure...
  3. VillageInspector

    Maximum Density Rounding Up

    We are moving away from set density zoning per se and turning to allowing the developer to build to the extent the site can contain required parking on site. In other words it has to be a self contained site in terms of our set parking regulations. When you think about it this just seems fairer .
  4. VillageInspector

    Basement and egress question

    I would speak with the local AHJ as I believe you will need natural lighting to create habitable space and I'm not certain BIlco doors are permissible in NYS as rescue openings but I might be incorrect. Also the applicable code in this case would be the Existing Building code of NYS not the...
  5. VillageInspector

    Fire retardant curtains in a Group E occupancy.

    I am in NYS and not far from the original posters location and have read 807.2 as well as exception 4. If you read 807.2 verbatim it pertains specifically to wall coverings whereas exception 4 addresses window coverings. At the end of the day it, like everything else in NYS, is as clear as mud...
  6. VillageInspector

    New home burns built 2019, man dies

    I think in addition to all of the above comments we should consider whether the sprinkler system actually activated? Response time of fire department? Existing water pressure for the sprinkler system? And like everything else in life there are probably many other things that come into play here...
  7. VillageInspector

    What zoning code is used to issue permits in a PD after the PD has been established?

    I think you are getting confused with PUDs and subdivisions. You appear to live in a townhouse or attached housing development and not a single family home even if you have separate lots and that's where the confusion seems to be. You can't have it both ways. I live in a PUD and I marvel at...
  8. VillageInspector

    who rules in the court of law?

    Seems like you are getting things mixed up such as " legislative branch ( local court)" legislature is the legislative branch, the courts are the judicial branch and the executive branch is the branch of government that is separate from the other two but at the same level of government not a...
  9. VillageInspector

    100% Paperless 100% Online Building Department

    We have been trending towards all electronic processes even prior to Covid but more so now and I would guesstimate that we are probably at 85 + at this point and I'm sure as Covid 2.0 is right around the corner in this area that we will be pushing 100 percent shortly. Our planning and zoning...
  10. VillageInspector

    Hi

    I think the fact that you are young and female are truly assets and I think you would be wise to take up some of the offers being made here. I can't speak for anywhere other than New York State but here you must have a certain amount of years in a construction field of some sort. You might want...
  11. VillageInspector

    7'-6" or 7'-0"? Half Story 70% of Floor Area Zoning Calculating Floor Area New York State

    In NYS local amendments must be stricter than state codes therefore you are bound by the state code in this case assuming I'm following this correctly
  12. VillageInspector

    7'-6" or 7'-0"? Half Story 70% of Floor Area Zoning Calculating Floor Area New York State

    You need to read the entire section of R305.1 as there are 3 exceptions. If you go to the NYS Dept of State website you will find free access to the 2020 NYS codes that were adopted on May 12, 2020
  13. VillageInspector

    7'-6" or 7'-0"? Half Story 70% of Floor Area Zoning Calculating Floor Area New York State

    Perhaps I'm missing something here. You want to exceed the minimum? So what's the issue?
  14. VillageInspector

    Change of ownership mid permitted construction

    The only thing I would do is note the change of ownership in the files. As long as the same contractor remains on the job building to same set of plans its irrelevant who owns the building. The main thing is issuing the CO to the correct party hence the note of ownership change in the files.
  15. VillageInspector

    Backfill required to be gravel all the way up? or just around the footer

    You really need to hire a good construction attorney as well as a good engineer. Once you hire the construction attorney he/she can probably recommend an engineer.
  16. VillageInspector

    Engineering work and legals processes

    This is the second thread I've seen today that features a link to a web site. Coincidence ?
  17. VillageInspector

    ADU septic question

    I agree with CDA, its still going to be a three bedroom house regardless.
  18. VillageInspector

    Today is the day

    I like it. It looks and works great. Awesome Job
  19. VillageInspector

    Museum with exit through gift shop

    Seems to me this would comply depending upon distance from each exit? Sprinklered or not? Can either occupancy be asperated by the locking of doors? Both uses have same hours of operation?
  20. VillageInspector

    Tray Ceiling in Master BR

    Sounds like our master bedroom in the house we just had built in Myrtle Beach. The tray ceiling follows the overall shape of your room and in our case the master bathroom wall is at an angle to the other three corners of our bedroom and the tray ceiling follows this. It looks fine and trust me...
  21. VillageInspector

    ICC collapsing

    Okay so I will withdraw the word "corrupt" and go with "sleazy" which in my book is essentially one and the same.
  22. VillageInspector

    completed 4800 sq ft metal building cost estimate

    I'm not sure if you are window shopping or whatever but I can say as someone pointed out you are asking the wrong questions on the wrong forum, we are mostly code enforcement officials or design professionals, not contractors
  23. VillageInspector

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

    Absolutely, most are a lawyers dream come true due to the tendency of members of HOAs to turn to ligation for everything. They don't seem to realize they are suing themselves or maybe they just enjoy the fiscal pain.
  24. VillageInspector

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

    Jane, I gotta be honest if i were you especially after dropping 38,000 and not having any real victory to show for it I would cut my loses and sell. Fighting HOAs is a whole other battle and expense and after everything is said and done it appears all you will have done is created an unhappy...
  25. VillageInspector

    Anyone know of any good zoning forums?

    I think you are thinking to generically on this. As someone else pointed out each municipality and in fact each zoning district within each municipality is different. If you are going to try to continue to navigate this on your own you will need to read and understand all the local definitions...
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