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this is from a building inspectors forum
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As a former municipal building inspector, who is still a registered code encorcement officer in NYS, I can tell you that a municipal inspector must be very careful about how they enter a one or two family dwelling. The Codes Division basic training courses here (started in the late 1980's) make it expressly clear that an inspector must use the front door, and must obtain the owner's permission, before entering the premises (even the yard). The issuance of, or outstanding, violations or stop work orders does not waive this basic requirement!! If the owner is not home, or if a babysitter, or other non-adult, is present you are trained not to enter. If they will not allow you on the property, you must leave.
Violation cases have been thrown out of court here when the inspector's observations (evidence) were gathered improperly. Its like failing to give Miranda rights statement to a criminal suspect, it won't stand up.
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