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The only thing I see in the city ordinances is that nonstructural surface finishes are exempt from permit requirements in section 105.2 and nonstructural repairs are exempt in 105.2.2 of the residential code. We have not removed any portion of a wall or structural member. Your existing code 403 also says repairs must maintain the current level of compliance and protection, and the electrical section says like for like repairs are allowed. Also, the energy code, which discusses insulation, allows like materials for repairs in section 501.5. We are consistent with the ordinances, so I'm not sure why you are requesting a building permit. Hopefully you will agree that one is not required in my situation as we were originally instructed. I also noticed attached garages require a 1-hr fire rating, so it seems important that the drywall got replaced as soon as possible after the permitted electrical work is complete. By your electrical inspector requiring the drywall to be left removed for so long, that would put me and my family in danger to have an unprotected garage, so it seems prudent that he should finish the electrical inspection as quickly as possible so the garage could return to its original state to maintain the existing protection. The lack of follow through puts us in danger and is inconsistent with the requirements Please send your inspector to finish my inspection. I am happy to remove portions of the drywall again if he or she needs to see in the wall, but I'm hoping not to buy a building permit for it. Thanks again for your time and attention to this. Once I hear back from you I will move forward and get the required inspection scheduled. Scott Selfridge 344 View Ridge Drive Everett, Wa. 425-501-2430 Sent from Mail for Windows From: Drew Martin Sent: Thursday, June 30, 2022 8:34 AM To: SCOTTSELFRI DGP Cindy Be msma Subject: RE: [EXTERNAL] RE: W2206-012 344 VIEW RIDGE DR