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Old 08-22-2012, 01:33 AM
 
Location: The Other California
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I used to be a libertarian, back in the day. But not anymore. Libertarianism is just liberalism for high earners.

But, but, BUT - I can't believe the things I'm required to get a permit for. I need a permit to build a pergola or gazebo in my backyard. I need a permit for a microwave oven upstairs. For crying out loud. Is this just a California thing?
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Old 08-22-2012, 01:39 AM
 
Location: Lost in Texas
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Heck, I added a second story to my house and didn't need a permit..
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Old 08-22-2012, 01:41 AM
 
Location: The Other California
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Heck, I added a second story to my house and didn't need a permit..
And you live in Texas? City or county?
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Old 08-22-2012, 01:41 AM
 
Location: Los Angeles County, CA
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You didn't build that - the government - whom issued you a permit - did it for you.
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Old 08-22-2012, 01:42 AM
 
Location: Los Angeles County, CA
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Heck, I added a second story to my house and didn't need a permit..
Harrier <<<< moves to Texas!
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Old 08-22-2012, 01:42 AM
 
Location: Lost in Texas
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And you live in Texas? City or county?
County..... Way out in the county....
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Old 08-22-2012, 01:48 AM
 
Location: The Other California
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County..... Way out in the county....
Well, congratulations on that.

I'm not only in California, but in a university town in California - double whammy. The inspector promised me this morning that he's "not going to file a report" on my un-permitted improvements, and told me to "use my best moral judgement" with respect to the kitchen upstairs. He was loud about everything, but maybe he'll leave us alone ...
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Old 08-22-2012, 01:49 AM
 
Location: The Other California
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Harrier <<<< moves to Texas!
We may be joining you if this nonsense gets any worse!
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Old 08-22-2012, 01:54 AM
 
Location: Lost in Texas
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Well, congratulations on that.

I'm not only in California, but in a university town in California - double whammy. The inspector promised me this morning that he's "not going to file a report" on my un-permitted improvements, and told me to "use my best moral judgement" with respect to the kitchen upstairs. He was loud about everything, but maybe he'll leave us alone ...
When I lived in the city, I made a improvement and got reported.... When the inspector showed up, I shook his hand with $100 in my palm...My project was approved... Cities and corruption run hand in hand.
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Old 08-22-2012, 02:03 AM
 
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try living in the UK - you need to pay for a TV license there, to legally watch it.

and it's not that cheap either, and yes, you get caught quite easily if you don't have one!
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