I don't think I have ever read a thread with more misinformation than this one.
Cabins, sheds, bunk houses etc. only have to conform to the building codes that were in effect when they were built. Grandfathering is the law of the land when it comes to construction and anybody that tells you differently doesn't know what they are taking about.
Probably 80% of the homes on Bear Island were built BEFORE building codes and permits were in effect. I have seen cabins with 2x4 floors and roofs and they are perfectly legal. That is one reason why the buyer must beware when buying older property.
The most important thing to look at is the septic. All these things should be inspected by a professional, and you should back out if a serious problem is found.
If you buy a place that is poorly constructed the state and town is the least of your problems.
When it comes to docks it is the same thing. My dock, like most docks around here do not meet current regulations, but then again they don't have to.
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