Posts Tagged ‘building my home’

Finally Approved: We are back on track!

Posted on the June 26th, 2009 under First Stages by admin

Today was a good day when it comes to the building of the house. Finally. we got approval on the plan revisions and a release on the job copies at the building department. This means that we can resume construction! Today, Chelsea and I went to the building department to pick up the revised plan stamped by the county and paid the $75 red tag we received for violating their terms. Boo! Now I have to take the plan to the permit box on Sunday afternoon for our inspection on Monday. Hopefully the inspector will not find any problems and we can be on track for a Tuesday slab pour.

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Porches Formed and ready for pour

Posted on the June 17th, 2009 under First Stages by admin

I visited the site today and discovered that the porches were being formed and prepared for concrete pour scheduled for Monday 6-22-2009. I also noticed that the porta-potty had arrived on site. Now the workers will not have to leave to use the restroom. :) I need to be certain that the block crew fixes the damage to the stem wall prior to pouring the slab. This is becoming a concern for me. In order to pass an inspection the wall must be fixed and I am sure it will get done, I just want to know when so I don’t lose any sleep over it. Ha Ha.

Back Porch Shown. Size: 11' x 22' Should make for some nice BBQ's

Back Porch Shown. Size: 11' x 22' Should make for some nice BBQ's

Foundation Steel Installed today

Posted on the June 7th, 2009 under First Stages by admin

Today all of the steel for the stem wall footings was installed. The steel is to ensure structural integrity throughout the foundation. Without the steel, the foundation would be extremely weak. Check out the photos. We are getting closer to concrete!

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