CSA to me means "Confederate States of America"

Only because I just watched that mockumentary. Hilarious.

I think that the original poster has just run up against an incompetent tin god syndrome infected public functionary.

It is just plain stupid.

Personally, I would demand to be told what exact rule or law or document says you need to have a turbine for personal use on private property inspected. All very politely of course.

I have a friend who makes equipment for construction companies. He had to supply a model of each device to a lab which they test to destruction. You could never get U.L.[our equivalent to CSA] approval on a one off design.

Anyway, stand by your rights and don't let them make it up as they go along. Demand it in writing, too. Tell them it is so you can follow the law as it is written.

Devices connected to the grid or house outlets may require it by default, however and this makes sense.

Just my thoughts.