Steven
2017-04-03 13:19:20
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Hello
Behind my garage (which also serves as a terrace) I have a shed (approx. 6m x 4.5m). The garage is at the level of the basement. The property has a slight slope. This shed serves as a storage room for gardening tools and at the same time as stairs from the terrace to the garden (height difference approx. 170cm.)
Since the stairs will still be covered with granite, I have completely built the shed with a slatted structure covered with a large mesh tarp to protect against the weather.
Last year, the building authority ordered the removal of this "enclosure". In a personal conversation, I was able to obtain a "grace period" until summer 2016.
Now things happened as they had to: serious illness and then professional overload. Long story short: the enclosure (to me it is weather protection) is still there and I simply need another 3-4 months until the granite is delivered (China is far) and the stairs are completely finished.
Last week I received a letter from the building authority stating that I still have not finished my construction and that the building permit is no longer valid. The shed was approved about 4 years ago.
Furthermore, they want to come by on Friday for a site inspection and to discuss further proceedings.
Since I have major problems with entry by an authority (Art. 13GG) I will refuse a site inspection.
What can happen?
An administrative order that the enclosure must be dismantled by a certain nearby date. I expect that. However, this can be done based on the files.
Now I need another 3-4 months. I think an immediate enforcement will not take place.
How should I proceed?
I am grateful for tips from knowledgeable people.
Steven
Behind my garage (which also serves as a terrace) I have a shed (approx. 6m x 4.5m). The garage is at the level of the basement. The property has a slight slope. This shed serves as a storage room for gardening tools and at the same time as stairs from the terrace to the garden (height difference approx. 170cm.)
Since the stairs will still be covered with granite, I have completely built the shed with a slatted structure covered with a large mesh tarp to protect against the weather.
Last year, the building authority ordered the removal of this "enclosure". In a personal conversation, I was able to obtain a "grace period" until summer 2016.
Now things happened as they had to: serious illness and then professional overload. Long story short: the enclosure (to me it is weather protection) is still there and I simply need another 3-4 months until the granite is delivered (China is far) and the stairs are completely finished.
Last week I received a letter from the building authority stating that I still have not finished my construction and that the building permit is no longer valid. The shed was approved about 4 years ago.
Furthermore, they want to come by on Friday for a site inspection and to discuss further proceedings.
Since I have major problems with entry by an authority (Art. 13GG) I will refuse a site inspection.
What can happen?
An administrative order that the enclosure must be dismantled by a certain nearby date. I expect that. However, this can be done based on the files.
Now I need another 3-4 months. I think an immediate enforcement will not take place.
How should I proceed?
I am grateful for tips from knowledgeable people.
Steven