Author Question: The Rameys constructed a 6-foot deep above ground swimming pool in their back yard. Two months after ... (Read 38 times)

fnuegbu · **on:** Aug 3, 2018

The Rameys constructed a 6-foot deep above ground swimming pool in their back yard. Two months after the pool is constructed, a city inspector stops by the Ramey's home. The inspector informs Mr. Ramey that the swimming pool is located too close to the property line and the fence surrounding the pool is too low, and therefore unsafe. He also asks Mr. Ramey to see his building permit. Mr. Ramey tells the inspector that he was not aware that he needed a permit. The inspector orders the Rameys to tear down the pool:

A. The Rameys must comply as they have most likely violated the zoning ordinances
B. The Rameys must comply as they have most likely violated the building code
C. The Rameys do not have to comply as long as they own the land in fee simple
D. The Rameys do not have to comply because the inspector's order violates a public policy which promotes recreation

Question 2

Most municipalities erect building codes that:

A. Define residential, commercial, and industrial uses of the land
B. Establish the minimum lot size commercial and residential structures
C. Define the permitted uses of the land such as a department store or an apartment building
D. Ensure safety in the construction of buildings and improvements to the land