04-22-2014, 03:44 PM
Man, I thought this was familiar:
http://www.punaweb.org/Forum/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=13227
Carol, I have found that every time I ask a question to the building dept. they request a stamped drawing to be submitted.... which makes asking a question like "is this OK" not very useful with them...
Since it seems that in 2011 most of those answering your question were fairly sure a permit would probably be requested by BD, I would speculate that the Tax Dept Sketch could be updated (some of our neighbors additions have been, others have not been...) When the Tax Dept sketch is updated, the taxes do go up...
You still may want to look at temp walls & the Garage screens - that might be the least costly & hassles of any other options... but I can understand wanting to do this as a permanent addition...
Most likely you may have the best answers by just checking in with a licensed architect (or draftsman). A GOOD one should have not only an idea of all of the costs, but will know if permits are needed & the tax implications...
ADDED: Have also seen many screened lanais that do not have a wall for privacy, but things like lattice panels, railings & such with screening attached (and lighter color & the thicker pet screening also obscure the view in more. There are even laser cut aluminum security panels that allow air flow & view out, but obscure any view in... with all of these I have no idea of the tax implications...
http://www.punaweb.org/Forum/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=13227
Carol, I have found that every time I ask a question to the building dept. they request a stamped drawing to be submitted.... which makes asking a question like "is this OK" not very useful with them...
Since it seems that in 2011 most of those answering your question were fairly sure a permit would probably be requested by BD, I would speculate that the Tax Dept Sketch could be updated (some of our neighbors additions have been, others have not been...) When the Tax Dept sketch is updated, the taxes do go up...
You still may want to look at temp walls & the Garage screens - that might be the least costly & hassles of any other options... but I can understand wanting to do this as a permanent addition...
Most likely you may have the best answers by just checking in with a licensed architect (or draftsman). A GOOD one should have not only an idea of all of the costs, but will know if permits are needed & the tax implications...
ADDED: Have also seen many screened lanais that do not have a wall for privacy, but things like lattice panels, railings & such with screening attached (and lighter color & the thicker pet screening also obscure the view in more. There are even laser cut aluminum security panels that allow air flow & view out, but obscure any view in... with all of these I have no idea of the tax implications...