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Another Florida Property

Well, we scored another property … barely. Talk about having to fight off the competition… geesh!

This property is actually our _second_ undeveloped lot in northern Florida (near the pan handle). This one is 5 acres and 99% cleared. We actually had people in town introduce themselves because _they_ wanted this one and we beat them to it.

Whenever we talk about properties with someone, the popular question is: “What are you gonna do with it?” The short answer is: “Who knows?”

Well, we spent 20 years in Orlando and south Florida. So we know where we _don’t_ want to be. Orlando is great for an occasional trip, but it’s not somewhere we want to live. Both south and north Florida are much better options. We like properties that are close enough to a city to have them “on tap,” however we prefer to live in country settings.

More than likely we’ll build a house and workshop on the property. Not just yet, however. There are still several other locations we want to secure first.

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Build Update

Build Update 20200721

Such a great surprise! The town’s Building Inspector stopped by, to do a final inspection on the workshop, and gave the tiny house a look over. While he did have a few pointers, he did not find anything that was out of code for RESIDENTIAL structures… which is above and beyond for anything related to RVs or accessory dwellings. So, while it wasn’t an “official” review, it was definitely a positive nod in our direction. ❤

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Build Update

Build Update 20200719

Sheathing is 99% done.  The windows for the loft and family room have been framed and cut.  Both doors have been framed and cut.  We ended the weekend halfway through the bathroom window.  We still have not decided on the exact layout for the kitchen windows so they are still pending.  As soon as they are framed and cut, we will be ordering the windows, ordering the doors, and flashing the sheathing.

At this point, we have agreed that this shop is not adequate for this type of project.  We are constantly squeeeeeezing past ladders on the sides.  We’re also knocking light fixtures and clocks off the walls along the way.  It’s also incredibly hot in there.  Although we have two large fans moving air, the building _is_ all metal.  If we do this again, we are going to be buying, building, or leasing a larger metal building so we are able to erect proper scaffolding and set up a proper shop environment around the perimeter.

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Build Update

Build Update 20200705

At this point we have the roof sheathed, hurricane straps installed, and four of our windows framed. Progress seems to be slowing a bit in the warmer months. The weather in the shop at 14′ is completely different than being outside. Could be the AC from the office pumping hot air into the shop floor or the metal roof but, wow!