He never asked permission to go to the backyard and took pics. I live in Nassau county NY. Had some work done but only replaced the existing cement patio and retaining wall on the backyard which both were crumbling and was a hazard. as far as i know that is not a violation and doesn't need a permit to redo.
2007-09-30 08:16:51 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
It's very reasonable to expect a building inspector to take pictures as part of documentation for an inspection.
And yes, they are well within their rights to do so. State laws have numerous statutes on public health, and hazards.
Though a question worth asking, is why are you so unusually defense about it. It is as if you have something to hide.
2007-09-30 08:30:29 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
The answer probably lies in your question. You said " Had some work done but only replaced the existing cement patio and retaining wall on the backyard which both were crumbling and was a hazard. as far as i know that is not a violation and doesn't need a permit to redo." Are you SURE no permit was required? In Florida, any concrete work needed a permit and inspection.
2007-09-30 09:19:46 · answer #2 · answered by sensible_man 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If/ she he has cause to go on your property, i.e. someone reported you for something possibly illegal, or dangerous. yes, other than that, no he is trespassing and must notify you first and make an appontment with you.. Even so your only recourse is to go to the City council and make an official complaint. Whether you have a violation or not, you should check with city records of your property (street file) to find out if the original work was done with permits or not.
2007-09-30 08:32:10 · answer #3 · answered by niddlie diddle 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋