I did recognize that. But thank you. As I am also sure that you know, I was not trying to bust your chops either. Just wanted to make sure it was also said that we inspectors are not all like that. Thanks, Steveglenlloyd said:tfdchief said:Wow, I sure hope no one thinks that about me and my department. Our only interest is in safe buildings. Our permit fees don't even come close to funding permits and inspection. We just don't want unknowing people to end up with something like this. https://www.hearth.com/talk/threads/73187/glenlloyd said:The big question I think is whether inserts / chimney liners are considered repairs or new installs. A relined masonry chimney would not be a new install since the chimney exists, it's just being upgraded. I would think that a person would want it inspected here that is by a different authority (FD vs. city bldg dept). I'm not sure city bldg / permits has anything to do with wood stoves / inserts although they might from a placement perspective and clearances.
My opinion is that permit depts are typically rude and just another avenue for cities to generate income, in some cases a lot.
steve
None of what I said was directed at you personally, and I think you recognize that. Also I'm glad you try to make things safe for those who visit your facility. Where I live it's an entirely different matter, there's a lot of cronyism and rudeness, inconsistent inspectors, post-construction permitting and policy enforcement over code enforcement.
The less I have to see of the permit department the better off I am IMO.
steve