“Unpermitted structures pose a safety risk,” City Attorney Mike Feuer said in a statement. “They also can be unsightly and erode the quality of life in a neighb

“Unpermitted structures pose a safety risk,” City Attorney Mike Feuer said in a statement. “They also can be unsightly and erode the quality of life in a neighborhood.” Basically, there are building and lot codes that are in place to protect neighboring real estate values against urban blight or non conformance to community standards.