Code Neophyte
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Unbeknown to me, a decision was made last Summer to destroy all of our permit records over 7 years old (statutory requirement). We do not have these microfilmed or digitally archived; once they're shredded, they're gone.
Is this advisable? When we go back - on an existing building - and try to determine what was permitted, does the burden of proof lie completely with the property owner to produce records of past permits, etc.? Doesn't at all seem logical to me.
Fortunately, I don't believe any of the records have been destroyed....yet. They're boxed up and ready for the shredder. Shouldn't I have them saved in some form or other??
Is this advisable? When we go back - on an existing building - and try to determine what was permitted, does the burden of proof lie completely with the property owner to produce records of past permits, etc.? Doesn't at all seem logical to me.
Fortunately, I don't believe any of the records have been destroyed....yet. They're boxed up and ready for the shredder. Shouldn't I have them saved in some form or other??