Reno:
Back to what Harold said, and you commented on for a minute.
Yes, remediation is important in the aftermath of a flood, as I know having that issue last October.
No, I do not have any issue at all, nor do the majority of inspectors in 'doing what you have to' to preserve your property. (Period) No fines, no jumping up & down. All I ask is that the required paperwork be filed within a reasonable time.
Without going into deep specifics here, the Twp I work in was shutdown for a full week after Sandy. (No Power/Phone)
I was in contact with a few major property owners, ECs, and POCO guys for that full week, along with dealing with my personal issues & securing my property.
To leave this for now, the majority of the municipalities within the State waived all fees related to Sandy work.