Originally Posted by
Guy Baxter
John,
I agree with removing the equipment. Then, after you get your permit, move it back.
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Are you folks ACTUALLY encouraging someone to do something illegal? Are you willing to share the liability? The codes are there for a reason. Sometimes you will get inspectors that really need a class in interpersonal relations but the codes and regulations are there for the safety of others, not just you. While I was a firefighter there were a number of fires, both commercial and residential, that were started by someone thinking that they were being railroaded by the evil inspector and that they knew better anyway and they went ahead and did things that were illegal and ended up damaging other folks property. Aside from the fire aspect, the city (any city) isn't trying to discourage businesses from starting up with any codes they put into place. That's where they get tax revenue from. They WANT the businesses there. But there are other factors involved besides your inconvenience, namely the safety and welfare of the OTHER businesses around you. If somone does something out of code and something happens, not only is there risk to the operator of the shop but also to the other employees, other businesses, the other businesses employees, and the building owner. Not to mention the danger to any rescue personnel that have to come and take care of the person(s) who were responsible in the first place.
I was raised in a family who owned body shops (talk about code compliance) and I've been in the building trade all my life and I've never understood why people complain and been afraid of permits and inspectors. Is it inconvenient and frustrating sometimes? Sure it is; Sometimes. But if someone is a person of good character and tries to think about a bigger picture instead of themselves then following the law shouldn't be oppressive.
It sounds like there are some good ideas being given to comply with the codes and the inspectors wishes that aren't too oppressive to get done, just perhaps time consuming. These sound like the better idea.
Hey, Just my opinion.
Last edited by Mark Rios; 01-29-2006 at 1:08 PM.
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