Well, you are right and I've considered that. There's no way I can see behind each obstruction and into every backyard. My flyer will include safety procedures, like if any neighbors want to watch the UAV in flight to stand near me or stay under a porch or awning. Yeah, I know that means squat, but I tried. I can always climb or move to another spot. A literal interpretation of the rule (below) means zero real estate flying. Here's where the intent of the rules have to be considered. The way I see it if I gave you written notice you are now aware and are a "participating person." Will this "fly" in case I knock someone on the head? Beats me, that's what insurance is for. The 500 ft. rule is a bit draconian, perhaps It will be adjusted later...Any thoughts?
"26. All Flight operations must be conducted at least 500 feet from all nonparticipating persons, vessels, vehicles, and structures unless:
a. Barriers or structures are present that sufficiently protect nonparticipating persons from the UA and/or debris in the event of an accident. The operator must ensure that nonparticipating persons remain under such protection. If a situation arises where nonparticipating persons leave such protection and are within 500 feet of the UA, flight operations must cease immediately in a manner ensuring the safety of nonparticipating persons; and
b. The owner/controller of any vessels, vehicles or structures has granted permission for operating closer to those objects and the PIC has made a safety assessment of the risk of operating closer to those objects and determined that it does not present an undue hazard.
The PIC, VO, operator trainees or essential persons are not considered nonparticipating persons under this exemption.
27. All operations shall be conducted over private or controlled-access property with
permission from the property owner/controller or authorized representative. Permission from property owner/controller or authorized representative will be obtained for each flight to be conducted.