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work permits to repair flood damage
Posted on 8/24/16 at 2:48 pm
Posted on 8/24/16 at 2:48 pm
Just saw an article from wafb.com LINK that states that anyone in Denham Springs that had more than 18 inches of water in their house would have to get a permit before they can do repairs. There are forms to fill out and inspections that have to be arranged. I assume it's the same where ever your house is.
My elderly father is without a home and his children are working like crazy people doing everything we can to get him back in his house. I plan to ignore this entirely. With all the confusion, heartbreak, and hassles we are dealing with, just piling on another one seems almost cruel. What can they do if I ignore this as I plan to?
My elderly father is without a home and his children are working like crazy people doing everything we can to get him back in his house. I plan to ignore this entirely. With all the confusion, heartbreak, and hassles we are dealing with, just piling on another one seems almost cruel. What can they do if I ignore this as I plan to?
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Posted on 8/24/16 at 2:50 pm to jim712
Fine you
Posted on 8/24/16 at 2:52 pm to jim712
Building without a permit? I'm pretty sure they can make you demolish what you built on your own dime and rebuild after getting the proper permit. Whether they will or not is a different story.
It sucks, but it's almost assuredly a safety thing at 18 inches because the electrical system is likely to have been involved in the flood. Doesn't do any good to have everyone rushing to repair their houses as they see fit and then burn down a neighborhood because someone's electrical system didn't survive the flood so well.
It sucks, but it's almost assuredly a safety thing at 18 inches because the electrical system is likely to have been involved in the flood. Doesn't do any good to have everyone rushing to repair their houses as they see fit and then burn down a neighborhood because someone's electrical system didn't survive the flood so well.
This post was edited on 8/24/16 at 2:56 pm
Posted on 8/24/16 at 2:55 pm to TigerstuckinMS
The only "repairs" we're doing is having two small wooden receptacles built to hold his kitchen and bathroom sinks. Other than that, we're just cleaning up the mess that was there after the floor to ceiling gutting. He's going to live without walls lol.
This post was edited on 8/24/16 at 2:56 pm
Posted on 8/24/16 at 2:55 pm to jim712
Good luck with that. Pretty sure permit fees are being waived and the process is being expedited quickly.
I know it may not seem like it, but it's in the best interest of the homeowner.
I know it may not seem like it, but it's in the best interest of the homeowner.
Posted on 8/24/16 at 2:59 pm to jim712
frick them
Seriously I heard the same thing.
Seriously I heard the same thing.
This post was edited on 8/24/16 at 3:01 pm
Posted on 8/24/16 at 3:00 pm to jim712
I've acted as contractor on several remodels of differing homes I owned.. It can be a hassle and will assuredly be one here with all the inspections needing to be done.. It's best to read up on the process and make sure you stay on top of scheduling.. I would think that all you will need is the electrical and finishing to be in compliance but I don't know that for sure..
Posted on 8/24/16 at 3:18 pm to TROLA
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I've acted as contractor on several remodels of differing homes I owned.. It can be a hassle and will assuredly be one here with all the inspections needing to be done.. It's best to read up on the process and make sure you stay on top of scheduling.. I would think that all you will need is the electrical and finishing to be in compliance but I don't know that for sure..
And this is precisely what I don't need right now with the 10,000 other things going on trying to get my dad back in his house. And I'm trying to do this while juggling my work schedule and I work miles away from his home. Once again, his repairs are so minor, I'm going to ignore it.
Posted on 8/24/16 at 3:47 pm to jim712
Called ebr permits today. The gentleman said that I'd only need a permit for electrical work and if I was replacing Sheetrock higher than 7ft. They have waived the fees.
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