now days they dont have to even go look. they can get aerial photos or even see the structure using google earth. in my county if you dont let an inspector have access to the property, they can bill you whatever they want and then let you fight it later. its been like that for years. but then again, i have seen quite a few people up here erect huge signs saying they will shoot anyone trespassing on their land without a warrant. i went to one generator bid several years ago where the owner erected a 4x8 billboard like sign stating he will shoot anyone entering property. when i saw the sign i turned around. he called later wondering where i was. i told him i saw sign. i dont wish to deal with nutters.