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Answers (3)
- jmbaker8001
- Contributions:1
I just came across your pool permit situation and was hoping you might be able to give me some insight on how you may have fixed your problem. I am trying to purchase a home that currently has the same situtation, not only with the pool but with the roof as well. Did you get your problem resolved? If so how so. Any information would be greatly appreaciated!!!
Thanks So Much!!
Jessica
Orlando, FL
Thanks So Much!!
Jessica
Orlando, FL
- sunnyview
- Contributions:25115
I think that calling code enforcement here is the way to go. The letters that enforcement sends out are universal and often look scary to prompt homeowner action. Calling them and explaining your situation will allow them to tell you what your options are.
If the contractor is retired now, but was in good standing when he did the job, you may even be able to have a county inspector come out for the final inspection for a fee and sign off the pool as is. Inspectors have a lot of latitude and their main focus is usually is to make sure that your project is safe and complete.
If the contractor is retired now, but was in good standing when he did the job, you may even be able to have a county inspector come out for the final inspection for a fee and sign off the pool as is. Inspectors have a lot of latitude and their main focus is usually is to make sure that your project is safe and complete.
- Mike &Eve Alexander - Buyers Broker, "Orlando Buyer Broker"
- Contributions:171
Most title companies do lien searches, but only extra good title companies do "open permit" searches.
This should have been a sellers issue to be taken care of before closing. Yes, even if it were bank owned, as I did have a bank close an old open permit before, so don't buy the "banks are exempt" which agents will claim.
At this point, I would call Collier county code enforcement and ask them what the simplest way to handle it is.
I just had the same thing in Hillsborough county with windows that were non permitted and it was a relatively simple process.
Best,
Eve in Orlando
22 years old OPEN building permit on FORECLOSURE purchased in Naples, Florida
I purchased a single house in Naples, FL. This house was a foreclosure, I bought it as is. I used a realtor and a title company to close the deal. New home owner for 6 months, I received a letter from Collier County Code enforcement telling me to close a building open permit for my inground pool. This building permit was issued and approved on 1989. The building permit has never been close by missing the final inspection. Before the house closing the title company gave me a search for any open permits, lien, ... and it didn't show any problem. Who is legally responsible to close this permit ? Can I call the Florida Sunset Law since this problem is 22 years old? Last information, I look for the pool builder information, unfortunately he is retired now. Thanks for your advise.
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