[Cob] New to the List

[ddraig]

Hello,

I'm new to the list, interested in alternative building materials etc. 
My goal right now is to find some land and probably start building a cob 
house. Of course I have alot of questions, but was wondering how many 
out there that have Cob houses actually contacted there county building 
inspectors etc, and tried to follow building codes? Is this necessary?

Thanks,
Owen