Unconventional WIP, shop space.

Lol, that is funny.
Those panels make you look like superman builder johnw.
They are really really are easy to install.
They offer structural strength, nailer, insulation and water proofing all in one while using few fasteners.

Two more to go. They need trimming to size.
Way more work to do.
Probably pour concrete next. Ground is about ready. Then stud frame walls.

This isn't a build, just repairs, right jamesp ?  

Plot twist

or they are afraid your neighborhood will go all Sandy Springs on them.

Sounds like the county to the north of me where I grew up, pay the permit fee and pretty much anything goes, electrical was the only exception, If you didn't have a union electrician there with you when the inspector came by they always found something.
mossyrockhound you must live in one of the Seattle area counties, they have a reputation. Clark county has taken after Portland lately and decided property ownership is imaginary as well.
jamesp I like what you're doing, you can never have too much/enough work space...

jamesp Your above description of the area is very enlightening.
I moved to where I am from an area where property rights ruled. Most of the time, owners could dredge lakes, fill in creeks (or run manure lines from their barns to them), fill in wetlands to make roads, etc. Lots of people who would feel it was their right to do anything on the lands of others. Posse comatatus had regional headquarters about 10 miles from me. I was actually friends with some members, as I knew them from HS. Even law enforcement there were a little scared when receiving complaints from some. One officer was killed for checking on someone with an outstanding warrant who went off the road and ended up in a corn field with his truck.
When I left the area, law enforcement would be finding meth labs weekly in remote locations. Lots of brothels and other undesirable things.

All construction there required permits and inspections, depending on who you were.

I moved to one of the most progressive counties in WI. But, I moved to the SE corner, which is full of Rednecks. Fortunately, most of those which are neighbors embrace the neighbor help neighbors policy and that the land is open for everyone to explore. All but one of my neighbors have long driveways. I am stuck next to a busy, 2 lane highway, which is utilized by overloaded semi's or those wishing to drive fast. Too many prying eyes for me, but adjusting.

Many very outspoken people here, who are not afraid to let people know they disapprove of anything done. A good example was when I let the eventual winner of the race for County Executive place a large sign on my barn. He was running as an independent. Owner of a small, organic farm which offered farmshares. Long time resident. Several people stopped by telling me to remove the sign if "I knew what was good for me". Let police and him know about that. Made sure my trail cams were operational. To me, this person was the perfect balance to lead the County. Many others agreed, as he won in a landslide. Not a Dem or a Rep, but a combo of both, just like me. He has made good on many promises, so far. How many in politicians do that?

I live near some very expensive homes/ranches/farms. Those owners often are trying to change the rules to benefit themselves. Almost all of the rural water wells here are contaminated, due to a combo of farming and natural elements in the water table. Many high capacity wells for farming.

Had some people complain when I had logging done on my land last year. It was mostly selective cutting, with a few plantation trees and clear cutting of undesirable species. I feel everything was done perfect. I walked the land with the Forester who did the survey and marked trees. He is a good friend of my daughter and her husband. Had also been to my property in the past.

Love that most of my neighbors and I have the same priorities and beliefs. Love my little chunk of this beautiful area. Have about 120 acres of connecting tails to roam, ATV or horseback ride on.

So, I understand very well the area you live in. Agree that some may find the lack of regs unbelievable. Who would have thought that rural America is rural America, no matter how close one is to a metro area.

OMG. That is quite the experience. I have never had to pay for any appointments. Just the usual survey, meeting fees.

And of course the fee was for the lawyer fernwood. I was getting screwed by the county till he entered the picture.

Glad to hear other locations in this country get treated in a similar fashion. You sound like you know your way around these county governments too.
This was the first of about 8 agriculturally zoned land divisions utilizing simple road frontage rules I invested in.
All properties subdivided were in similar rural settings with focus on minimal government scrutiny in Georgia and Florida.
Focus was on free spirited buyers and had intentions of using the land as they saw fit.
Hired a hot red head local agent gal to do the selling. Feisty high producer that had no fear.



One lot was 30 acres in notorious Hog Valley Florida on Lake Rodman and was divided into 7 lots.
The first 2 buyers found out about the freedom from regulations they had on these lots.
These 2 clients sold 4 of the other 5 lots for the agent by telling friends and family with like mind sets about their freedoms at this location.

Hog Valley sorta got it's beginning when they moved all the squatters there from the Ocala National Forest years ago. Ill tempered bunch.
Last place on earth revenuers and permit officers would want to visit. Perfect investment location !!!
Has one bar called the Frontier and was said they issue you a knife at the door ha. A joke I hope...
In recent years the area had begun to be settled by families and a more civilized bunch.

Awesome. You tasted some easy money. Hard to go wrong with water front.

In the next life it would be wheeling and dealing in real estate. It is fun and generates easy money. But risky....
Most of the properties had Native camps on them - yes bring the tractor and plow those artifact rich areas !!

I just received a contract on my last piece of Florida property to close in 3 days Monday. Totaling 12 Florida properties sold. No more Florida land taxes to pay !!!