Recent content by Cass

The disastrous fires in California have decimated our housing stock. Unfortunately, sometimes it takes months to receive the proper building permit in order to rebuild. That timeline is bound to lag behind even more, since so many new applications are pouring in. In order to address this...

AI must be programed by people, who undoubtedly have their own ideas and emotions; and, even the most efficient algorithms have been shown to create natural bias over time. I'm not sure that we can logic our way out of this one. In my city, workers only receive a cost-of-living adjustment...

I'm having a hard time picturing this. Is it really a building, or is it more like a vending machine? Which permits are required here? It sure sounds like an interesting project.

Thanks for bringing that up, RavenGirl56. Sadly, the fires in California have made a lasting negative impact on migratory insects, especially the Monarch Butterfly. It could be years before they fully recover. I hope the proposal goes through.

Not so fast. Although many states don't require such a permit, California is different. I'm a fellow native, and you likely do need a Tree Removal permit in El Monte. I'll warn you that your buddy is in for a rough time if the species of tree is on the protected or heritage list. It'll help...

I like how they've done that. There's no way that community members could claim that they didn't know about building work or environmental work being done in their area. I like the way the pros have handled this issue. It looks very professional.

I'm in California. We have a variety of temporary permits, including outdoor use, special events, and even spontaneous demonstration. The turnaround time varies based on the event and the resources that will be used. A spontaneous demonstration permit typically has a turnaround time of two...

I'd probably open it in Butte County, because it's more affordable than somewhere that's more popular, like Orange County or Los Angeles County. Renting a building in those areas would be cost prohibitive.

I've long been passionate about rescuing animals. I'm beginning to think that now's the right time to get more involved. Can you help me determine which permits I'd need to open an animal shelter in California?

I think I know what you mean. I've seen them called automated permits and robo permits. Other options are quick permits and immediate permits. Will any of those work for you?

A friend of mine has gotten badly burned after jumping the gun on a Ready to Issue permit. Don't forget that all that means is that your application has been looked over and accepted. It's just a status update, really. The building permit won't actually be issued until you've paid all the...

I think that's the part that bugs me the most. It leaves little room for spontaneity. Sometimes you just want to gather the kids and go for a weekend of fun, without having to schedule everything in, months in advance. I'm grateful to live within driving distance to so many amazing wildlife...

I would if I had to keep it displayed where anyone could read it, such as a liquor license, a firearms dealer license, a tobacco distributor permit, or something of that nature.

It's strange that they've set such a low limit for approvals. I'm surprised that the city didn't go with a lottery system. I would never consider selling cannabis, but it seems like a good money making opportunity for the four winners.

Well, I found out today that my application was denied because the catio doesn't meet the requirements for a permit. I didn't need a permit for my project after all.