Why the Reddit Hate of AI?
I just went through a project where a builder wanted to build a really large building on a small lot next door. The project needed 6 variances from the ZBA. I used ChatGpt and then transitioned to Claude. Essentially I researched zoning laws, variance rules, and deeds. I even uploaded plot plans and engineering designs.
In the end I gave my lawyer essentially a complete set of objections for the ZBA hearings and I was able to get all the objections on the record. We won. (Neighborhood support, plus all my research, plus the lawyer)
When I described this on another sub, 6-8 downvotes right away.
Meanwhile, my lawyer told me I could do this kind of work for money or I could volunteer for the ZBA. (No thanks, I’m near retirement)
The tools greatly magnified my understanding and my ability to argue against the builder.
(And I caution anyone who uses it to watch out for “unconditional positive regard” (or as my wife says, sycophancy:-). Also to double check everything, ask it to explain terms you don’t understand. Point out inconsistency. In other words, take everything with a grain of salt…