Please register to participate in our discussions with 2 million other members - it's free and quick! Some forums can only be seen by registered members. After you create your account, you'll be able to customize options and access all our 15,000 new posts/day with fewer ads.
In Milwaukee, a bible banger has put up a very large sign of the ten commandments in front of his house.
The problem is: The sign is larger than permitted in a residential zone.
He must also have a permit for a sign that is in place for over a
certain period of time, which it has. He has no such permit.
The man refuses to take down the sign and refuses to get a permit for the sign.
It is a bit ironic that a man would disobey the laws that he posts!
Quote:
A sign in front of a house that displays the 10 Commandments is causing a stir in Milwaukee.
Homeowner Ron Stanis says the sign has been in his yard for five years.
No one ever objected to the sign until this year when someone filed a formal complaint.
Officials told the homeowner he must apply for a permit or take down the sign.
Stanis says he won't do either and plans to protest against the city.
If he doesn't comply with the rules, he could be issued citations that would cost him more than $300.
BUT, It's his house and he should have the right. Last time I checked we had freedom of speech and freedom of religion; at least in theory.
The city has an ordinance against such large signs. Also a permit is required. It is not a matter of displaying the 10 commandments as it is that person's refusal to follow the law. He could put up a smaller sign and get a permit for it. Wouldn't that be the proper thing to do?
If it's on his property and is not interfering with any sight problems (neighbors not being able to pull out of driveway safely) I think he should be allowed to do so. If he were in a gated community and signed a contract stating he wouldn't do such a thing it would be different IMO.
The city has an ordinance against such large signs. Also a permit is required. It is not a matter of displaying the 10 commandments as it is that person's refusal to follow the law. He could put up a smaller sign and get a permit for it. Wouldn't that be the proper thing to do?
The city cannot charge you for freedom of speech..They'll lose this one.
Please register to post and access all features of our very popular forum. It is free and quick. Over $68,000 in prizes has already been given out to active posters on our forum. Additional giveaways are planned.
Detailed information about all U.S. cities, counties, and zip codes on our site: City-data.com.
Please register to participate in our discussions with 2 million other members - it's free and quick! Some forums can only be seen by registered members. After you create your account, you'll be able to customize options and access all our 15,000 new posts/day with fewer ads.
