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  1. CBOGUY

    New homeowner claims foundation issues with a house in my Jurisdiction

  2. CBOGUY

    New homeowner claims foundation issues with a house in my Jurisdiction

    The home is two years old, the flipper did not get a permit for remolding. The new buyer just got a home inspection that revealed issues with the foundation and the they are going to civil court for damages. How does buy beware aware apply in this situation?
  3. CBOGUY

    New homeowner claims foundation issues with a house in my Jurisdiction

    A homeowner 3years ago purchased a flip home from an owner, What are the options for the new buyer? What are the options for the building dept in this care to help the new owner.
  4. CBOGUY

    Rock blasting near residential areas

    Good day : I’m trying to see a policy and procedures on blasting. What are some of your codes regarding Blasting of rocks/ foundations near residential and commercial areas? Thanks, JD
  5. CBOGUY

    How do you prevent a bad building from getting a permit in your jurisdiction?

    I have a builder that constantly gets complaints about his construction practices at his 4 residential sites. The residents nearby have requested that we stop issuing permits to them.Our inspectors have issued warnings,stop work orders-citations and double fees when warranted, but the contractor...
  6. CBOGUY

    Apt building had fire in the building in Georgia?

    Thanks for the information but,the apt building had three different fires on separate occasions and the last fire went through the roof in one of the apt units.
  7. CBOGUY

    Apt building had fire in the building in Georgia?

    What ICC {fire/bldg)codes can used to justify adding a fire sprinkler to a existing 2 story apartment building that had a fire in one of the units on three separate occasions? Thanks, JR
  8. CBOGUY

    Steep driveway code

    Any building codes to tackle steep driveway issues In residential driveway? Tried to post a picture. Thanks
  9. CBOGUY

    HB 493 in Georgia

    How do you feel about this bill HB 493. that will take effect in July 2019? How has your state handled the private industry taking over?
  10. CBOGUY

    Homeowners Affidavit

    Folks ,what do you do to stop investors/ flippers from using your Homeowners affidavits? What steps do you use to verify if an owner can use the affidavit? Thanks, Bird Dog
  11. CBOGUY

    Florida CBO qualification

    great to know
  12. CBOGUY

    Florida CBO qualification

    Hey, I was looking into possibly relocating to Florida. I have my CBO and other ICC Certifications . After reading the Florida site for inspectors my main question was not explained. I was wondering what if you already have your ICC CBO Cert, do you still have to take and pass some of the...
  13. CBOGUY

    Inspection fines

    Thanks everyone for the information, Tmurray example is what I normally do.
  14. CBOGUY

    Inspection fines

    Officials/Inspectors, How do you address fines as it relates to demolishing homes without a permit? Do you double fine them for the building permit or do you double fine them for the demo permit? Generally- How have you address these issues within your jurisdiction? Thanks
  15. CBOGUY

    Inspections software for small jurisdiction

    Anyone knows a good building Inspection software for a jurisdiction of less than 10;000 residents And two inspectors? I Would like to use a tablet for field inspections. Thank you, CBO
  16. CBOGUY

    Building Permit fees for local public schools

    Great points to consider. I will let the bigs make the final call on this one .
  17. CBOGUY

    Building Permit fees for local public schools

    Thank you all for the good information.
  18. CBOGUY

    Building Permit fees for local public schools

    Do have a written policy on charging fees for schools? I would like to use it as a guide for my city.
  19. CBOGUY

    Building Permit fees for local public schools

    Great , thank you. Do you think most or all local jurisdictions do not charge in Atlanta? Can a municipality get sued for charging fees for inspections for Ga public schools?
  20. CBOGUY

    Building Permit fees for local public schools

    Can anyone advise me on weather local building departments should be charging local public schools for inspections ? I live in Georgia.
  21. CBOGUY

    New CBO exams

    Congrats Tony!! Tough tests!! I passed all my of exams using Pronto testing services last week It’s Highly recommended .
  22. CBOGUY

    CBO Legal/Management Study Guide

    Can you send me a copy?
  23. CBOGUY

    CBO Legal/Management Study Guide

    My email address is mlr6656@gmail.com
  24. CBOGUY

    New CBO exams

    Did you retake the test ? How did you do ?
  25. CBOGUY

    New CBO exams

    Any tips?
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