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Thanks for sharing, @Nomad. The court battle popped up on my local news a while ago, but they never followed up with the outcome of the case. This ruling is a great result. It doesn't mean that permits won't be issued, but that the regulators must consider greenhouse gas emissions during...

On the one hand, altering the basement can affect the whole structure above it, because it usually messes with the foundation. It's good to make sure that it's done correctly, so there aren't problems down the road. I'd get the permit and have an inspection, in this case. On the other hand...

I believe you're wrong about the ventilation, Fenix, because it should have some sort of ventilation system. I don't know of any that don't. Some silos are specially designed to negate the need for a confined entry permit. If you don't know whether this silo qualifies, call your local...

I've noticed a common rule while filling out the paperwork for building permits. The application warns that a building permit cannot be issued until the address is certified. I don't understand why there's a need for it. Why would anyone apply for a permit in a random location? It bugs me...

I guess I've been fortunate, because I haven't dealt with anything unusual. I've had good experiences at parks. Permits for waste, such as portable toilets and garbage, are all maintained by the city. Using an established area that's already set up for events, tends to make things easier.

That's the first time that I've ever been asked. I've used them before, but I met with a different guy this time. Maybe he's just new. I thought it was weird. Your assumption about not needing a permit to hunt or fish on your own property isn't a given, actually. Kentucky comes to mind as...

I want to make the community aware that landowners and their relatives are often exempt from the permit requirement as long as they're hunting or fishing on their own land. I had some trouble at a processing plant because the owner wanted to see my hunting permit before he took my buck. I shot...

Pole barns are pretty standard. I haven't heard of a single person being denied a permit in my area over such a structure, but then again, we are zoned for farming. If it's a seasoned contractor who has shown me proof of the paperwork, I'd probably go ahead and let him start, with the caveat...

I'm interested to see how this storage concept works decades from now. If it truly helps the environment, then maybe the EPA will work with other state agencies to streamline the permitting process.

I'd hate for things to become so extreme that only the wealthiest businesses and organizations can afford to operate. It's important to protect the air quality, but these challenges sure seem costly.

I'm considering selling at the farmers market next season. I ran across a great article that mentions some of the permits that might be required. I need to look into it further, but figured I'd share in case it helps someone else. Does anything surprise you from the list? I guessed that I'd...

I'm not sure how I feel about this. On the one hand, it seems like a good idea to warn people, especially those with young children, about the dogs they should avoid. On the other hand, it might encourage some people to mistreat, or even kill, those animals. It also feels like governmental...

The second loophole was pretty much what my grandfather counted on when he installed the ramp. Unfortunately, it's a cement ramp that's reinforced with rebar. As the house settled overtime, the ramp became wedged into the carport and brick. It's safe, but it's also permanent. Thank you for...

How bizarre that you'd need a permit for other types of therapy, but this one goes unchecked. Maybe it's because it's seen as pseudoscience that isn't genuine therapy. It still seems unfair, because legitimate businesses and professionals must follow the permitting rules.

A good home inspection is something that you shouldn't skimp on. What a shame that there aren't enough inspectors to go around in Sooke. Hopefully they'll find some new hires soon.

That's an interesting news story. I'm surprised that the city isn't making it as easy as possible for the drivers to comply with the permit rules. Electric vehicles are supposed to be more environmentally friendly, and ride-sharing usually saves on carbon emissions, so the city could get a lot...

is often the most efficient and economical way of moving forward. Would you agree with that? Unfortunately, my grandfather decided to add a ramp to his entranceway without getting the proper permit to do so. He also didn't have it inspected. He expected to save time and money that way...

I'm sure it varies from region to region. Although busking is illegal in my town, I've never seen or read about it being enforced. Maybe it's one of those things that the city overlooks, as long as you're not bugging the people walking by.

I'm interested to see how this plays out. Daytona is a hot tourist area, so I imagine they're hoping that simplifying the process will help bring in additional tax revenue. The easier that they make licensing and permitting, the better it will be for the whole community, as it's likely to...

It's fantastic that you can do electrical work, @TradeJack. I would love to have a handy skill like that. I'm not sure whether you'll be able to go it alone in this case, since some jurisdictions actually require a licensed contractor to pull the permit. Even if you do all the electrical...