[kingofbeer]

Originally Posted by Miboater

I hope this will put to rest the talk that Don Wiley is a puppet of the developer.

He will not win this battle.

[sallyg]

I don't understand why TV is concerned about this. The videos I have watched have been interesting and informative. Rather than drive around construction areas (not encouraged by anyone) it's nice to have an overview. I have to think the videos help rather than hinder home sales.

[azcindy]

Originally Posted by Goldwingnut

I don't have the time to spend composing responses that are easier said than written. I'm holding my tongue as I continue to work through these issues. I'll have something to say on my 3 o'clock Sunday broadcast. Until thing I need to spend my time getting #154 ready for release.

You go Don! Your videos are a huge reason why I will be moving to The Villages.

Cindy

[Bill14564]

Originally Posted by BrianL99

& you are exactly right. The Developer doesn't have to "win", he only has to "not lose" or win by default, when the opposition gives up or goes broke.

I'm shocked by the general tone of this discussion. In a community that consists primarily of an older, conservative population, I would think that constituency would be more concerned with protecting privacy rights.

I suspect the tone would be entirely different, if the discussion involved their personal space and/or real estate and not the private space/property of the "big bad Developer".

Ethics are often situational.

SSDD

I expect privacy *within* my home, not out in my yard. Hiding behind a tree to pee is still out in the yard with no expectation of privacy.

In an area that prohibits fences (for the most part) and hedges, has "kissing lanais," and can find a recent aerial view of their home on the property appraiser's page, few have any misconceptions about their yards being private.

[Normal]

Originally Posted by Bill14564

SSDD

I expect privacy *within* my home, not out in my yard. Hiding behind a tree to pee is still out in the yard with no expectation of privacy.

In an area that prohibits fences (for the most part) and hedges, has "kissing lanais," and can find a recent aerial view of their home on the property appraiser's page, few have any misconceptions about their yards being private.

Few things we agree on, but this is certainly one of them.

[fdpaq0580]

Originally Posted by Johnsocat

Oh goody!!! More government regulation and fees for us taxpayers...

Every new thing needs regulation and the societies government is the body that does (or should do) that for the benefit of society as a whole. Nothing new about that.

[fdpaq0580]

Originally Posted by Rocksnap

Address please? So drone operators can ‘avoid’ capturing you on video.

Yes, it was a joke. But the point is that while most drone fliers have respect for the public, not all of them do. Picture my house from the street is one thing. Drones filming my backyard from overhead is another. It is a matter of privacy for many. It is an invasion of privacy, like someone reading over your shoulder. Intrusive behavior by some means regulation for all.

[Normal]

Originally Posted by fdpaq0580

Yes, it was a joke. But the point is that while most drone fliers have respect for the public, not all of them do. Picture my house from the street is one thing. Drones filming my backyard from overhead is another. It is a matter of privacy for many. It is an invasion of privacy, like someone reading over your shoulder. Intrusive behavior by some means regulation for all.

There isn’t any regulation coming. At the very least, the freedom of the press or of speech would be infringed upon.

I personally think the builder has done A Lot for all our communities. Infringing on freedom of videos or press or speech or whatever was just a wrong move. We all make them.

[jimjamuser]

Originally Posted by elle123

Maybe, the developers don't want the public to see the poor quality of new construction.

Or maybe it is something about the workers?

[fdpaq0580]

Originally Posted by Bill14564

SSDD

I expect privacy *within* my home, not out in my yard. Hiding behind a tree to pee is still out in the yard with no expectation of privacy.

In an area that prohibits fences (for the most part) and hedges, has "kissing lanais," and can find a recent aerial view of their home on the property appraiser's page, few have any misconceptions about their yards being private.

Not everyone in TV has "kissing" lanais". I have a small pool and deck in a "birdcage" surrounded by tall plants that provide privacy from the street and from my neighbors. I, for one, would find a drone circling overhead to be rude, intrusive, and a possible/probable invasion of privacy for possible nefarious or illegal purpose. Can you say "telephoto lens"?
Go hover over a golfer getting ready to tee-off, or try to make a 15 ft putt for a birdie an a win on a championship course. Then ask how they like drones. I play, and I would not like it one bit.

[jimjamuser]

Originally Posted by rockyhyder

Bet you would feel differently if you were the one building houses and trying to market your product nationwide and some guys with no skin in the game were taking drone videos of product you don’t have ready for the market yet and posting it on you tube for their own profit.

What would the builder be afraid of? The builder is getting free advertisement.

[fdpaq0580]

Originally Posted by Normal

There isn’t any regulation coming.

Some regs are already in place. Some need "fine tuning" to deal specifically with "drones". More will be added as necessary. Drone Pilot License? Wait and see. Once upon a time you could drive a car without a license. Once upon a time you could fly a plane without a license. Once you could own a dog ...
See where this is going.

[Bill14564]

Originally Posted by fdpaq0580

Not everyone in TV has "kissing" lanais". I have a small pool and deck in a "birdcage" surrounded by tall plants that provide privacy from the street and from my neighbors. I, for one, would find a drone circling overhead to be rude, intrusive, and a possible/probable invasion of privacy for possible nefarious or illegal purpose. Can you say "telephoto lens"?
Go hover over a golfer getting ready to tee-off, or try to make a 15 ft putt for a birdie an a win on a championship course. Then ask how they like drones. I play, and I would not like it one bit.

Yes, I can say, "telephoto lens." It isn't a very difficult word to pronounce. But what is your point?

If you hover over a golfer you are violating the FAA rules. If you are flying near enough to him that it physically affects him then you are violating FAA rules. If he becomes annoyed because he doesn't like drones and it offends his delicate sensibilities.... that sounds like a "him" problem and not a drone problem.

[Salty Dog]

Originally Posted by fdpaq0580

Once upon a time you could drive a car with out a license

You can drive a car/vehicle without a license on your own property. This is common on large farms or ranches.

[jimjamuser]

Originally Posted by rsetterlund

I wonder what the Villages is trying to hide.

Maybe build quality or worker type?