[Hobie]

Freeways move a tremendous amount of cars. Average traffic counts for Hwy 5 in SD-LA range between 10k-20k per hour!

Agree with NorCAl idea of starting with the ends first. But… even with a terrific rail system I’m not sure how much a dent you would put in those traffic counts.

Wider freeways is my vote both in cost and effectiveness.

Thumbs down to the transit folks who has not invested and expanded the freeway system to keep up with So Cal growth.

[Hobie]

Freeways move a tremendous amount of cars. Average traffic counts for Hwy 5 in SD-LA range between 10k-20k per hour!

Agree with NorCAl idea of starting with the ends first. But… even with a terrific rail system I’m not sure how much a dent you would put in those traffic counts.

Wider freeways is my vote both in cost and effectiveness.

Thumbs down to the transit folks who has not invested and expanded the freeway system to keep up with So Cal growth.

[Hobie]

The inland empire cities would be better served by growing local manufacturing rather seeing jobs and the related sales tax revenue go elseware.

Futher I am in the camp that thinks monies would be better spent in increasing the lanes of existing freeways rather than new rail system. Simply because at the end of the track, we need a car to get where we are going.

[Hobie]

The inland empire cities would be better served by growing local manufacturing rather seeing jobs and the related sales tax revenue go elseware.

Futher I am in the camp that thinks monies would be better spent in increasing the lanes of existing freeways rather than new rail system. Simply because at the end of the track, we need a car to get where we are going.

[Hobie]

The inland empire cities would be better served by growing local manufacturing rather seeing jobs and the related sales tax revenue go elseware.

Futher I am in the camp that thinks monies would be better spent in increasing the lanes of existing freeways rather than new rail system. Simply because at the end of the track, we need a car to get where we are going.

[Hobie]

The inland empire cities would be better served by growing local manufacturing rather seeing jobs and the related sales tax revenue go elseware.

Futher I am in the camp that thinks monies would be better spent in increasing the lanes of existing freeways rather than new rail system. Simply because at the end of the track, we need a car to get where we are going.

[Hobie]

The inland empire cities would be better served by growing local manufacturing rather seeing jobs and the related sales tax revenue go elseware.

Futher I am in the camp that thinks monies would be better spent in increasing the lanes of existing freeways rather than new rail system. Simply because at the end of the track, we need a car to get where we are going.

[Hobie]

[quote=TexasLine][quote=2-stroke triple]…

Would like to know what is allowed and what is prohibited. At what point does a room attached to a two-car garage become a living space and potentially not allowed. I have seen many garages with small offices. Can one add a sink to the office? How about a separate bathroom with a shower. What is the threshold before a permit won’t be approved?

Mother coming to live with us is driving these questions. Ideally I would build a two-car garage with an attached room large enough for a double bed and 3/4 bathroom.[/quote]

Good info. Exactly my situation. But I’m looking in the La Mesa Area and I’m very worried about the “separate space” issue and may need to build something in order to accommodate her.[/quote]

All of your answers are at the city building department. You can view on line but it may be faster to simply drop by and ask. Some have printed pages at the counter.

The main difference between an granny flat and an accessory building is habitation. ( will you sleep, cook inside )

Each with different regulations concerning setback, sq ft, sewer size, even roof pitch! etc.

For habitation you need a 4″ sewer connection. An accessory building is allowed water with an 1 1/2″ sewer only. ( to prevent installing a toilet )

And Brian, … keep in mind that there are people in the insurance business who’s career is to say no and get bonuses for denying claims, thus saving the company $$. House build before code example is apples to oranges.

Glad we have the freedom to do as you please 😉

[Hobie]

[quote=TexasLine][quote=2-stroke triple]…

Would like to know what is allowed and what is prohibited. At what point does a room attached to a two-car garage become a living space and potentially not allowed. I have seen many garages with small offices. Can one add a sink to the office? How about a separate bathroom with a shower. What is the threshold before a permit won’t be approved?

Mother coming to live with us is driving these questions. Ideally I would build a two-car garage with an attached room large enough for a double bed and 3/4 bathroom.[/quote]

Good info. Exactly my situation. But I’m looking in the La Mesa Area and I’m very worried about the “separate space” issue and may need to build something in order to accommodate her.[/quote]

All of your answers are at the city building department. You can view on line but it may be faster to simply drop by and ask. Some have printed pages at the counter.

The main difference between an granny flat and an accessory building is habitation. ( will you sleep, cook inside )

Each with different regulations concerning setback, sq ft, sewer size, even roof pitch! etc.

For habitation you need a 4″ sewer connection. An accessory building is allowed water with an 1 1/2″ sewer only. ( to prevent installing a toilet )

And Brian, … keep in mind that there are people in the insurance business who’s career is to say no and get bonuses for denying claims, thus saving the company $$. House build before code example is apples to oranges.

Glad we have the freedom to do as you please 😉

[Hobie]

[quote=TexasLine][quote=2-stroke triple]…

Would like to know what is allowed and what is prohibited. At what point does a room attached to a two-car garage become a living space and potentially not allowed. I have seen many garages with small offices. Can one add a sink to the office? How about a separate bathroom with a shower. What is the threshold before a permit won’t be approved?

Mother coming to live with us is driving these questions. Ideally I would build a two-car garage with an attached room large enough for a double bed and 3/4 bathroom.[/quote]

Good info. Exactly my situation. But I’m looking in the La Mesa Area and I’m very worried about the “separate space” issue and may need to build something in order to accommodate her.[/quote]

All of your answers are at the city building department. You can view on line but it may be faster to simply drop by and ask. Some have printed pages at the counter.

The main difference between an granny flat and an accessory building is habitation. ( will you sleep, cook inside )

Each with different regulations concerning setback, sq ft, sewer size, even roof pitch! etc.

For habitation you need a 4″ sewer connection. An accessory building is allowed water with an 1 1/2″ sewer only. ( to prevent installing a toilet )

And Brian, … keep in mind that there are people in the insurance business who’s career is to say no and get bonuses for denying claims, thus saving the company $$. House build before code example is apples to oranges.

Glad we have the freedom to do as you please 😉

[Hobie]

[quote=TexasLine][quote=2-stroke triple]…

Would like to know what is allowed and what is prohibited. At what point does a room attached to a two-car garage become a living space and potentially not allowed. I have seen many garages with small offices. Can one add a sink to the office? How about a separate bathroom with a shower. What is the threshold before a permit won’t be approved?

Mother coming to live with us is driving these questions. Ideally I would build a two-car garage with an attached room large enough for a double bed and 3/4 bathroom.[/quote]

Good info. Exactly my situation. But I’m looking in the La Mesa Area and I’m very worried about the “separate space” issue and may need to build something in order to accommodate her.[/quote]

All of your answers are at the city building department. You can view on line but it may be faster to simply drop by and ask. Some have printed pages at the counter.

The main difference between an granny flat and an accessory building is habitation. ( will you sleep, cook inside )

Each with different regulations concerning setback, sq ft, sewer size, even roof pitch! etc.

For habitation you need a 4″ sewer connection. An accessory building is allowed water with an 1 1/2″ sewer only. ( to prevent installing a toilet )

And Brian, … keep in mind that there are people in the insurance business who’s career is to say no and get bonuses for denying claims, thus saving the company $$. House build before code example is apples to oranges.

Glad we have the freedom to do as you please 😉

[Hobie]

[quote=TexasLine][quote=2-stroke triple]…

Would like to know what is allowed and what is prohibited. At what point does a room attached to a two-car garage become a living space and potentially not allowed. I have seen many garages with small offices. Can one add a sink to the office? How about a separate bathroom with a shower. What is the threshold before a permit won’t be approved?

Mother coming to live with us is driving these questions. Ideally I would build a two-car garage with an attached room large enough for a double bed and 3/4 bathroom.[/quote]

Good info. Exactly my situation. But I’m looking in the La Mesa Area and I’m very worried about the “separate space” issue and may need to build something in order to accommodate her.[/quote]

All of your answers are at the city building department. You can view on line but it may be faster to simply drop by and ask. Some have printed pages at the counter.

The main difference between an granny flat and an accessory building is habitation. ( will you sleep, cook inside )

Each with different regulations concerning setback, sq ft, sewer size, even roof pitch! etc.

For habitation you need a 4″ sewer connection. An accessory building is allowed water with an 1 1/2″ sewer only. ( to prevent installing a toilet )

And Brian, … keep in mind that there are people in the insurance business who’s career is to say no and get bonuses for denying claims, thus saving the company $$. House build before code example is apples to oranges.

Glad we have the freedom to do as you please 😉

[Hobie]

So many government agencies, where to start!

1. At every elected position, what they said and what they did table. To clearly illustrate campaign promises and how they are performing.

2. Lobbyist contributions to specific congressmen. All on an easy to view map. Then voting results correlated to specific lobbyed bill. ie. Stimulus funds.

3. Graphical displays with mouse over details.

4. Show new government positions with titles and job descriptions. State, Local, National levels.

Could go on forever..

[Hobie]

So many government agencies, where to start!

1. At every elected position, what they said and what they did table. To clearly illustrate campaign promises and how they are performing.

2. Lobbyist contributions to specific congressmen. All on an easy to view map. Then voting results correlated to specific lobbyed bill. ie. Stimulus funds.

3. Graphical displays with mouse over details.

4. Show new government positions with titles and job descriptions. State, Local, National levels.

Could go on forever..

[Hobie]

So many government agencies, where to start!

1. At every elected position, what they said and what they did table. To clearly illustrate campaign promises and how they are performing.

2. Lobbyist contributions to specific congressmen. All on an easy to view map. Then voting results correlated to specific lobbyed bill. ie. Stimulus funds.

3. Graphical displays with mouse over details.

4. Show new government positions with titles and job descriptions. State, Local, National levels.

Could go on forever..

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