Yeah, you bring up some good points...permits could definitely complicate things more than they help. I mean, I'm all for keeping streets clear and safe—nothing worse than trying to squeeze past an abandoned rust bucket on my morning commute—but adding another layer of paperwork might just bog everything down. And you're right, how would they even fairly judge who gets a permit? Seems like it'd be pretty subjective. Maybe they'd have inspectors or something, but even then, what's considered "good enough" restoration progress? Feels like it could easily turn into a headache for everyone involved.
Honestly, though, it's good that people are thinking about solutions. The current situation isn't ideal either...I've seen some cars parked for months without moving an inch. But yeah, enforcement is tricky. Hopefully the city takes its time and listens to community input before jumping into anything drastic.
Yeah, totally agree with you there. Permits sound good on paper (pun intended), but in reality, they might just add another layer of hassle. I mean, I just bought my first classic car—well, it's more like a "classic-in-training" at this point—and the last thing I need is someone judging whether my progress is "good enough." Trust me, my bank account already judges me plenty.
But seriously, how would they even measure restoration progress fairly? Would it be based on appearance alone or mechanical improvements too? Because honestly, my car looks like a hot mess right now, but mechanically it's getting there...slowly. And inspectors? Sounds like a recipe for inconsistency and frustration.
Still, you're right—something needs to change. I've seen cars parked so long they've practically become neighborhood landmarks. Maybe instead of permits, the city could just enforce existing rules better or offer affordable storage options for project cars. That way we keep streets clear without turning every car enthusiast into a paperwork expert overnight.
"Maybe instead of permits, the city could just enforce existing rules better or offer affordable storage options for project cars."
Affordable storage sounds nice, but realistically, how affordable would it actually be? I've looked into storage places before and even the "cheap" ones add up fast. Plus, if the city gets involved, won't they just pass those costs onto us anyway through taxes or fees? Maybe the real question is whether we can find a middle ground without involving more city bureaucracy...
