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Sustainability:

• All Sustainability
• Brew
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Infrastructure:

• All Infrastructure
• Electrical
• Framing
• Heat Air
• Heat Water
• Insulation
• Lumber
• Plumbing
• Septic
• Sprinklers
• Well

Animals:

Things to Avoid: What could go Wrong?:

• I run far over my budget of $300K before I can get 2 (paying) tenants.
• I decide I don't like the isolation.
• I get injured.
• The 20-minute commute gets worse.
• A Helper is injured.
• I decide it is too much work to complete.
• Friends dont visit. Lonely.
• Scaring off any wild animals threatening Bosco / Farm Animals. (Bear Bang / Bear Mace / Rifle / Crossbow)

Concern #1 Friends:

What would they want to incentivize more visits?

• My only real concern is the 22 minute commute from Victoria
• Free Beer + Food
• Camping in the Summer.
• Plenty of Extra Beds to Stay at.
• Safe for their kids, pets, etc.
• Having an epic place that they can visit anytime
• A place to park their trailers
• A place for camp fires
• Ideally, a Google-car to pick them up.

Concern #2 Tidiness

I don't want to collect junk that will clutter the property.

• I need a large building with 100+ cabinets.
• All Tenants will be assigned a spot for ALL their stuff, everything must be kept clean.

My Dream:

The End goal, ten years from now.

• Having a nicely-kept Property, nice enough to rent out for Weddings.
• Land to Play on and Enjoy!
• Bon Fires, Camping, etc.
• Large Greenhouse + Vegetable Garden (Corn, Peas, Tomatoes, Radish, Brocolli, Lettuce).
• Energy Independant. Solar / Wind / Hydro. Electric Car. Rainwater Collection for Plants.
• Self Sufficient. Near-Free Electricity, Heat, Water, Veggies, and Beer.
• Animal Rescue. Rotating Flock of Unwanted animals
• Having a self-driving(Google) car to send to pick up friends, and for groceries.
• Relaxing in a cliffside pool(Pic Below), Romantic dinners, and waiting for guests to arrive to the party.
• Nieces in their Tree-playhouse, calling us on their phone,
• A place friends-with-kids to visit, and relax.
• Karen Showing off her massive walk-in closet, garden, cannery, craft room.
• Adam showing his U-Brewery, various ponds, solar plant, and future plans.
• Bat Houses, Owl Houses, Eagle Nest, Kitty door, Bosco Room.
• A Massive Garage that contains all my stuff, and projects.
• Many Guest Rooms.
• Pool, Hot Tub, all powered by Geo Thermal+Solar Heating.
• 1-2 long-term Tenants on corner of the property paying our daily expenses.
• 5-10 Short-term (Summer) Rentals on the property, giving us money to travel.
• Glass Cieling in a room to watch stars
• No Mortage. Very few bills.
• If it takes 10 years, it is worth it!

Insipration Movies:

Emergencys:

• Can grow own food
• Deep well
• Few Neighbours
• Right next to Victorias
• Water Catchment
• Solar+Wind=Easy
• Flooding risk:0
• Earthquake risk very low (bedroock granite)
• Fire risk, high

Fire Risk Mitigation:

• Store Rainwater in many, many ponds up and down the mountain.
• Install a standpipe so Paul's Firetruck can fill up.
• Keep 50ft perimeter from house only short grass
• Kill and remove all broom and ground cover
• Steel Roof
• Hardiboard (Concrete) Exterior
• Internal Fire Sprinklers
• External Fire Sprinkler(Shoot water at eaves+siding)
• Mark all trees within 100ft to quickly cut down in 15 mins or less

Excavator:

My Excavator

Other Excavator Options I found:

Supplier from China

Parts

House Features:

• Big Windows
• Smart Home (Auto Lights)
• Security Cameras (Hidden)
• Exterior Lighting
• Moving Water
• Massive Rooftop Deck
• Tons of Closet Space

My Guys:

Trade	Name	Company	Cost
GeoTech	Ben Schmidt	Coast Geotechnical
Septic	Ian Ralston	TRAX Developments
Sprinkler	Chris Nystrom	Pinnacle Fire Prtc
Excavation	Derek Harding	D&H Excavating
Excavator	Tao Craig	Kaizen Trading
Trusses	Ian Klitsie	Victoria Truss
Structural	Jonathan Reiter	Skyline Engineering
RealtorDevin	Devin Hawes	Devin
Energy	Reed Cassidy	Reed
Windows	Thremoproof	Thremoproof Windows
Concrete	Bulter???	Bulter Concrete
Well Supply	Forgot his Name	Van Isle Water
Flooring	Forgot his Name	Langford Flooring
CRD	Mark Cranwell	Capital Region	Awesome, Super-friendly, helpful
In: Electric	Mike Keel	TechSafeBC
ConcreteWork	Jesse Young	Scott Dawson Recmd'
InternetTech	Ian@Telus	Hero
Realtor Tom	Tom W. Hooper

Heated Floors:

For the Suite Basement Slab

Heated Floor Pics:

Home:

Background:

• Living in town is nice, but a mortgage -- and therefor tenants and a roommate in close quarters is not ideal.
  So what if I cash-out my house, buy a large property, and build a house (without a mortgage)? Then slowly build more suites + out buildings, and rent them out. Eventually living off their income.
• I have had this idea for 5+ years now, constantly refining it.
• Then I saw the beautiful 5-acre lots in Goldstream Heights and their incredible views!
• After falling in love with various lots, and seeing them sell and slip away, I knew I had to make this happen.
• I have sold Tattersal, and have an accepted-offer on a big piece of heaven.
• I understand this is a HUGE project, commitment, and risk. But I love working for myself, and really like a large project to focus on.
• I hope it is a gathering place I can share with my friends and family, just a few minutes from Victoria.

Why:

• I was able to sell my house for a great price. And I hadn't had tenants in years, so it seemed wasteful.
• I have maximized the amount of rental income, and things I can realistically put on my tiny city-lot.
• I have proven I can build nearly-every part of a house, and enjoy doing.
• I want to do this when I am young.
• I was never as happy as when I was building my house.
• I was in my best physical health (strong) when building my homes.
• I love having a large project to focus my time on.
• I can't have even 10-person parties on Tattersall, due to tenants and neighbours.
• If I pull this off, I will never have to work another "regular" job again.

Photos that Inspire me:

How I feel every day cutting Trees+Broom:

Income:

Although I plan to continue Web Programming from home, I have many options on how to earn income through the property.
None of these options are required. It is a list of potential opportunities that are legally available, and intrest me.

• Four tenants in the Guest House.
• U-Brewery / Winery Services
• Board Animals.
• (Air B+B) Short term Vacation Property, with temporary Yurts.
• Renting out Garage / Craft room to Amateur Mechanics or Tinkerers.
• Providing Wireless Internet Services to nearest neighbours.
• Ultimately, the dream would be to have weddings+parties in the party room.

Expenses

• Heat (near-Free--wood)
• Water (Free--well+rain capture)
• Property Taxes ($1336.50/year)
• Hydro (net zero eventually)
• Internet (resold to neighbours)
• Food (Veggies Grown)
• Cell Phone ($420/year)
• Dog + Cats

Lighting:

Parts

Links:

• BC Housing Home Owner Builder Practice Exam

The Lot:

• Lot 31 $579K
• 5.9-acres. Gradual-sloped Rock+Dirt terrain. ~5000 trees of various sizes, including beatuiful . Very private Backend.
• Neighbouring houses (all on 5-6 acre lots) are 20% complete; 40% under construction; 40% for sale.
• Lots of space for ponds, trails, pools, decks, Parking
• 300 metres from the new Trans Canada Trial.
• The drilled well is very deep, but has water very shallow. So lots of water just below the surface
• Well pumps (pumped) 6 Gallons / minute in 2021.

Pics:

Permit Hub to Speed up Process Future Hub

Pretty Plans:

Site Plans:

Floor Plans:

Plans:

Exterior Plans:

Exterior Calculations:

North	South	East	West
18x10	18x30	18x60	10x60	=2400 sqft	=55%
32	12x30	7x80	0	=952 sqft	=22%
5x30/2	5x30/2	16x7	0	=262 sqft	=6%
8x20	0	3x80	2x60	=720 sqft	=16%
				=4334 sqft

Plans to Submit to CRD:

• Architectural, GeoTech, Structural + Truss (5 Pages)
• Geotechnical Report.pdf
• Geotechnical Report2.pdf
• Geotechnical Rockfill.pdf
• Goldstream Architectual plan V2.pdf
• RoofStructure.jpg
• Structural Engineer Plans 12180.01 20230605 IBP 3649 Goldstream Heights.pdf
• Truss Plan.pdf
• Bonus Documents
• Energy Pre-Construction Report.pdf
• Exterior Detail Hardiboard- All.pdf
• Malahat Climatic Data 2022.pdf
• Natural Grade Information
• Radon Rules.pdf
• Fire Suppression System (3 Pages)
• GoldstreamFire1.jpg
• GoldstreamFire2.jpg
• GoldstreamFire3.jpg
• Home Owner License
• OwnerBuilderApprovalDoc.pdf
• Legal_ Easement+ Assessment + Aboriginal + Title+ T axes (8 Pages)
• Aboriginal Archaeological Report.pdf
• BC Assessment.jpg
• Easement Page1.jpg
• Easement Page2.jpg
• Easement Page3.jpg
• Easement Page4.jpg
• State of Title Certificate (01267234xBE456).PDF
• Tax Notice.jpg
• Mechanical Ventilation (3 Pages)
• Mechanical Ventilation Checklists- Page 2.jpg
• Mechanical Ventilation Checklists- Page 3.jpg
• Mechanical Ventilation Checklists- Page 4.jpg
• Plumbing Feed & Sewage Lines + Septic Permit (6j Pages)
• Plumbing Feed Lines.jpg
• Plumbing Iso Drawing.xcf
• Plumbing Permit.jpg
• Plumbing Permit.xcf
• Plumbing Sewage.jpg
• Sewerage System Plan + Report.pdf
• Sewerage System Record.pdf
• Sewerage-System-Plan-Report NEW.pdf
• Water + Well (2 Pages)
• Water Test.jpg
• Well Log2.jpg

Questions:

• Which credit card gives the most money back? I neeed to spend $200k!
• How to configure media room for other purposes
• How to install sheer walls? Cables to give strength?
• Is there a way to qualify as a hobby-farm tax-exempt status?.
• Where can I get cheap electrical / plumbing parts?
• Confirm Restrictions: 2 large homes. No Out buildings. Ponds Ok. Rainwater Capture ok.
• Confirm Restrictions: 15% of exterior must be rock?.
• Cost of Liability + Fire Insurance: $700/year.
• Cost of Property Taxes.

Questions with Pics:

Solar:

Solar Hot Water:

Solar Quote Feb 14, 2022:

David Tonner @ RazTech Edmonton
Build a Solar Pergola
440Watt BIFACIAL Panels. Up to 550Watt(+30%) when reflected to underside of panel.
20KW @ $0.60W CAD.
Pickup in Alberta, save 7% PST.
63lb Each Panel (3000lb load).
$12000 + Mounting, harware, wire, inverter, and grid-tieing curcuitry.
I need a design like THIS, so that both sides are exposed.
Apparently, the shiny concrete reflects 30% to the back of the panel. and it is only pennies more than a mono-sided one

Solar Panel Angles

Winter		18° Angle
Spring+Fall		42° Angle
Summer		66° Angle

Tree Pics:

To-Do:

• Earth Corp Approval
• Submit Plans
• Update all Trades

Tools + Equipment + Supplies Needed:

Luckily my previous project "gave" me most of the tools I need!

Parts

Trailer:

(To haul the excavator, and dirt,rock,wood around the yard)

My Black Storage Trailer: (Internal Size 63"W x 70"H x 156"L; 34" door)
My Camping Trailer Ideas

Trees on my Property:

How do we make these happen? I have the Clover+Wildflower seeds

#1 Priority is to prevent Broom coming back!

I think I want "Lombardy Poplar" Trees

Tree Pics:

Seeds:

Login for Private Content

All Other Pics:

Art:

Link to Samples

My Banquet Room:

For Parties, Weddings, Special Events, X-mas rentals, etc.

The possiblities are endless!

• 2100 sqft of unobstructed space!
• 14 ft wide, 4 ft deep bay window
• 10.5ft Ceilings
• Views of All of Victoria, Mt. Baker & Mt. Ranier
• 3 bathrooms (1 full, 2 half-baths)
• Private Entrace
• Kitchenette / Bar Area with Fridge etc
• 30 Large Windows on all sides
• Large Outdoor Deck (26x17ft 442sqft)
• Upper Deck (26x5ft)
• Dumbwaiter Elevator to heavy supplies
• Projector+Screen
• Entrance way to greet guests, with coat closet
• Adjustable Recessed Lighting
• Parking for 10 Vehicles with ample street parking
• Access to Property to take photos in nature

Options Available:

• Onsite Storage for before your event
• Twelve 8-person Tables
• Seating for 100 guests
• Removable Devider Walls
• Full Kitchen on Lower Floor
• Overnight Accomodation Possible

Amanda Suggestions:

Cover Windows During parties (Noise+Damage)

Inspiring Pictures

Bar Design Pics:

Jamie wants to make a Clockwork Orange Milk Bar

Bathroom Design:

Bedroom Design:

Bipass Route to Malahat:

How do we make this happen?

Closet Design Pics:

Crazy Things:

Crazy Pics:

Deck:

Decor+ Design and Finishings:

I want to do my own custom finishings:

• Concrete Countertops
• Burnt Plywood Floors
• Custom Rock Exterior / Interior accents.

Trim Video:

Design:

Art Pics:

Design Pics:

Doors Pics:

Doors Notes:

• Primer TOP and Bottom of Doors!
• Do I have to have a gap under my doors? Can I add a vent instead?

Drywall Pics:

Drywall Notes:

• Make own ShipLab with a router
$22 Drywall Cutout Box Locator
$5 Drywall Marking Tool
$9 Drywall Carrying Tool
$10 PVC Clip Drywall Corner 8ft
$23 Drywall Access Hatch
$8 Drywall 45 Angle Cutter
$25 Drywall Cut Tool
$26 Drywall Taper
$40 Drywall Taper
$180 Drywall Taper

Exterior Notes:

• Install+Prefab Corners BEFORE Hardiboard!

Exterior Parts:

Gutters Parts: 126+300+103.2

120 ft required

Exterior Pics:

Floor Pics:

Flooring: Pacific Smart Floors $2 sqft. $4sqft regular Tim@pacificsmartfloors.com

Trent's Daughter Shawn, Floor:

• Aura Brand
• Liquid Rubber(Moose on Can 20sqft/gallon/$30)
• Seal Concrete Walls
• Veras Gaurd Pores Saves 3rd Coat
• Seal Plywood Floor Before Epoxy
• Sand Concrete after stripping form
• Finish SuityouTubeBoxe Floor with Sealer vs Epoxy

Foundation Pics:

Foundation Notes:

Control Joints every 16 ft of slab. So place under wall

Concrete Math:
Footing	298ft	8x16"	265cuft
Wall	298ft	8x24"	397cuft
slab	2200sqft	4"	733cuft
Total	265+397+733	4"	=1395cbft
39.5cum @ $192 $7584 + Delivery

Blocking Behind: Stairwell Hand Rails Towel Rack Curtain Rods Thermostats Tv Mount Center of Ceiling Toilet Paper Behind Doorknobs $98 30inch Lighthttps://www.temu.com/ca/led-ceiling-light-dimmable-modern-ceiling-lamps-with-remote-flame-shape-led-chandelier-light-fixture-for-living-room-dining-room-bedroom-decorative-lamp-3-color-3000-6500k-g-601099606378294.html

Foundation Math:

80+80+30+26+26+9=251ft

2x10s:

502ft (both sides)

Rebar:

5 pieces of rebar (on average) horizonatally 1510
Every 24" a Vert = 125 verts 36" (on average) 375ft

Plywood:

502ft of 5/8 plywood (to coat in a releasing agent, so we can reuse on floors)
64 sheets 5/8 plywood

Cross Pieces:

125 x 20" pieces =209 ft

Brackets:

All the brackets mentioned on the plans (grouped pairs are choices A vs B):

Leif's Dream Garage:

• 1200-1600sqft
• 4 post lift
• 220amp Electrical service (welders + air compressor)
• 8-ft garage door
• 12-ft ceilings
• Four point Jack
• Tons of lighting
• Rolling tool boxes that are sorted by task.
• Bathroom
• Hang-out area (couch, tv, fridge)
• 16 foot door
• Home Depot toolbox
• Raisable Platform Storage (See Video)
• Retractable Ceiling Extension Cords
• Oil STand
• Used-Oil Tank
• DIY Columns
• Storage Galore!
• Epoxy Floor
• Security Cams
• Big Vaccum
• Exhaust Port

Garage Pics:

(Hidden)Guest Bed Design:

Video:

In Progress:

Kitchen Pics:

Misc Pics:

Stage 0, Leaving Tattersal:

• Get Legal Work Done
• Get Home Owner Builder License
• Arrange Power
• Pack Everything into my new Storage Trailer

Stage 1, the Basics:

It begins with purchasing a 5-acres of virgin-land in Goldstream Heights.

• Immediately moving temporary into Amanda's Camp trailer
• Build a 100sqft well house, run powers lines from road, and septic system over 5-7 days.
• Get Septic system started.
• Clear Problem Weeds.
• Get Building Plans Approved.
• Have Phase 2 Supplies Delivered.

Stage 2, the Dream House:

Then construction on the Dream-House begins.

• Building Supplies, Appliances, Windows, Wood, Large Tools, etc would be collected during this time.
• Scrape the Dreamhouse rocky outcrop to prepare it for footings
• Install one to three water sisterns.
• Get Leif to drop off 20 dump truck loads of materials (described below).
• Prepare footing plan with Draftsman cousin Daniel.
• Apply for building permits (Construction, Electric, Septic, Plumbing).
• Clear the Land of ground-fall (dead trees) and Label property lines.
• Based on 26-foot strandard roofing truss design--the key to the simplicity, and reduced budget.
• They allow for a very-open floor concept, and massive rooms with quick, repeatitive construction techniques.
• 2200sqft. 6 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, 2 laundry, 2 kitchenettes, one HUGE kitchen, 3 exterior entrances.
• A 1200sqft central Great-Room facing north toward the lake, ocean and Mt Baker views.
• Slightly below will be an Extra-large attached (550sqft) garage+Storage (with deck on roof).
• Rent out Yurts, and get a few roommates in the interm.

Stage 3, the Guest House:

Now that we have rental income coming in, we build a second space.

• 2500sqft. 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2 kitchens, storage garage
• Located at front of property on rock facing Mt. Baker.
• Large Grid-tied Solar Array

End Goal + Motivations:

• Room to Play, Relax, and do Projects
• A venue to hold large parties, (with sleeping-space for 20 temporary guest).
• Never pay a mortage again.
• Becoming self-sustaining, green, and self-sufficient.
• Rental income from Guest House, Air B+B, and Special Event Rental of Home.
• Beautiful Views of Shawnigan Lake, Mt Baker, and Gulf Islands.
• Very Few Monthly Expenses / Bills.
• A forever home.

Questions in Videos:

Is building a post-frame building an option for building code? Can I build my reserve leach field now?

Old Videos:

Gambrel Pics:

Johns Cabin Pics:

OTHER Goldstream Pics:

OTHER Goldstream Pics:

Other Old Pics:

Potential Suppliers:

• RIP-OFF Shipping Containers: Copper Canyon Containers
• Chinapumach Sprayfoam Gun
• SDChinaMachine Excavators
• BarrysBees Bees
• Geotech: Ryzuk Geotechnical(Matt Muller or James Russel) – #250-475-3131
• Pocket Doors:Cavity Sliders
• Auction House:Able Auctions

S.I.P. Suppliers:

• ThermaSteelInc
• PremierSIPs
• WestecoPanels
• SIPBC

Donnie Musgrave Dream Home Fencing:

Grove cedar. Tina or Tut. Grade 1 cedar @ 8 or 10ft.
$1.95/ft 1x6 Channel (4.75" effective)
$1.45/ft 1x6 Straight-cut
Available in April.

Building Scheme message to Developer:

Although I have picked a simpler design of the house, it will be large, and impressive.

As the currently cleared building site provides privacy from the road, I plan to utilize this suggested spot.

3 stories, 10-foot ceilings. 4100 sqft with a 1600sqft main floor.

The footprint would extend 80 ft long, with 30 ft wide on the Eastern side, and 20 ft wide on the western, staggering the roofline as indicated (Pic)

Under the 10.5m height limit.

Many, large full-height South-East facing windows take advantage of the view.

The Exterior would be will 1x6 cedar planking, lacquered(for durability + long-term beauty).Supplemented with river rock covering the very minimal amount of exposed foundation.

By favoring quality, properly preserved, natural exterior materials (Cedar+Rock) very Limited amounts of paint will be required on the exterior to blend the natural beauty.

Cement Board+Baton will complete the envelope below the roof peaks.

Artificial rock exterior around the South-Eastern Windows.

Metal roofing (with hidden fasteners) will provide durability since tall needle-shedding trees surround the house.

My ambitious plan is to complete the lockup stage, within 3 to 6 months.

The main house will incorporate an enclosed two-car garage where I will put all construction materials and vehicles. (Pic)

I am planning minimal excavation, as the blasted-rock building site is well situated and my preliminary geotechnical advice indicates heavy Compaction is all that is required. (Pic)

I'd like to keep the lots as natural as possible, and not disturb the beautiful trees.

On the road-facing hill, I plan a gentle pathway with newly planted local flowers+trees meandering up to the second and third floors.

Garage access would be provided around the north side of the property.

In the future, long after the primary house is fully complete, I plan to build a second, smaller single-family dwelling at the bottom of the lot, accessed off of the lower road. (Pic)

When my offer is accepted, I can submit detailed building plans for Plan Approval.

On the lower part of the lot, I plan a solar system with a beautiful pergola providing shade. Out of View from all neighbours+roads. (Pic)

All The Steps:

Before getting possession:
----------------------
Hire Engineer/draftsperson /architect Company.  They will need a site survey
Submit the plan to CVRD for a building permit.
(Permit costs based on a % of the completed project. An approximation is OK.
You have 2 years to complete but can apply for an extension.
Call BCHydro, arrange a power pole.
Get Construction Insurance.
Purchase Excavator, 200A Panel. Storage Trailer. Borrow Generator
Get Temporary Trailer Ready.
Pack Tattersall into storage Trailer

Day #1-5
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Run BChydro to the new pole next to the well.  Trevor to quickly install the meter. Small Panel, A few plugs, Electric Car Charger.
Build Pumphouse:
100sqft. x 9ft high. (confirm Max)
Sleeping Cot for emergencies.
Underground Pipe for Electrical to House site.
Hinged / Liftable Roof.
Filteration System.
Cistern on top of peak.
1.5 to 2HP pump.

Day #5-60
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Excavation.
Foundations. Build your forms and cribbing (rebar). Inspection. Electrical+Sewer pipes installed. Pour Concrete.
Backfill and Compact.
Vapor/gas barrier and insulation under slab. Inspection. Pour Slab
Frame away. Exterior walls a week after pouring. So first Floor Only
Wait 28 days, Second Floor, Third Floor,
Sheeting,
Steel Roof.
Framing inspection.

Day #60-180
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Building Wrap (Tyvek), windows and doors, flashing. Inspection.
Siding (Cedar 1x6 or Hardiboard).
Rough-in plumbing. Inspection.
Rough-in wiring. Inspection.
Active Exhaust System
Insulation (purchase Spray Foam Machine and Poly+Iso)
Drywall/paint.
Flooring.
Heating: Heat Pump, baseboard, and Steam Fireplace
Doors+Trim.
Final inspection.
Occupancy permit.
Home Owner Insurance
Since under Home Owner Builder Program, no New home warranty.

Extras
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Solar: 20KW on Pergola
Hot tub.
Pathway down lot to Bottom

Future:
------
Guest House at bottom of the property.
Pool

Jonathan (Structural Engineer) Changes:

2nd Floor: Straighten Wall Between Bedrooms. Cheaper Beams
Sheerwall on West of Bay window is thinner then the other 3
Foundation doesn't Step up to match grade
Make foundation stairs easier
Jag in Foundation Wall. Make flush for ease?
Garage: Extra Post to save large beam
Basement Squite North+East Corner in Suite: No Post
windows must be 2ft off floor. Confirm floor heights.

Jonathan (Structural Engineer) Questions:

Which joists rest on load bearing walls, and which rest on brackets?
Small Crooked "jag" in south foundation wall where the main structure swaps from one side of the foundation to the other: Make consistant.
Do A35 Brackets only go on the Shear walls ?
Draft Plans reveal different strapping between floors 1+2 and 2+3. What are the details?
For the #4 U-BARS on each side of the Anchor rods, do we just cut+cend 24" pieces into a loop, or are these purchased seperately?
Which brackets are used for the Sheerwall hold downs between floors?
Where are coil straps placed? (Veritically, and Horizontally (S1.02 Detail #4)
Can we use Any of these brackets as a substitute?
$27 Simpson Strong Tie HTT22s
$25 https://www.homedepot.com/p/Simpson-Strong-Tie-URFP-10-5-8-in-x-6-1-4-in-Universal-Retro-Foundation-Plate-with-Screws-URFP-SDS3/301443251

Confirming:

All Joists must line up with Sheerwalls (S1.02 Detail #9)
Only the center spine sheerwall on the is double sided
Bay Window, Window-spacing is jsut slightly off
1/2 x 8" Anchor Bolts every 4ft unless a sheerwall. Estimate: 40

Party Central:

• Three, 10x10ft rooms, circled around a pool
• One is a Hot Tub, TV, Fireplace
• One is a Dining Area with BBQ + Bar
• One a Changeroom with bathroom + Shower
• Somewhere in the middle-ish of the property so it can be shared by both houses.
• Choosing a location is key: Must have enough DIRT to retain pool

Pest Prevention:

• Bats Kill Misquitos
• Bees Kill Wasps
• Owls Kill Rats+Mice

Build them a home, and they will be your airforce!

Pest Pics:

Pest Pics:

Pools:

Questions:

None Yet

Quote:

Radon Crap:

• Do I need a passive Radon Vent??
• My area is "1% and under Bq/m3" as shown on this Map
• Info
• Rules PDF

Stairs Notes:

• 2x4 spacer next to stairs stringer for drywall!
• Prevent squeaks with lots of PL400!!!
• Make one stringer perfect, then Copy!

Stairs Pics:

Theatre Media Room:

Soundproof

Videos:

• Sexy Walking Pond

My Videos:

Gabion Wall:

Rougly 250ft to souround the front yard

Website:

I will need a website that can quickly solicit:

• Roommates + Rentals
• Contractors willing to work for Room+Board
• Unwanted Animals
• Unwanted Farm
• List of Equipment + Tools + Supplies to acquire.
• List of Equipment + Tools + Supplies to lend.
• Promotion of U-brewing.

Windows Pics:

Thremoproof Quote:

• 20 x $268.75 (5x3ft)
• 2 x $406.97 (5x3ft)


Bent


Blue Skin


Blue Skin2


Dallas Road House


Thriftys

Yard:

Yard Parts:

Yurts:

My U-Brew:

• 240-Volt, 40-Amp Plug for Sustained, controlled, Safe Indoor Hot Plate. For boiling of the wort and distilling.
• 150 square foot room.
• White subway tile on the floor walls and ceiling.
• Two sinks.
• Strong shelves.
• Excellent Ventilation.
• Floor drain
• Keg Filling Station
• Continuous Styll

FarmBot:

Takes all the Annoying out of farming!

• Open Source!!
• $1000-$2000 in parts
• Fully Automated
• No Pesticides!
• Main Site
• Vertical garden
• 600sqft 60 x 10ft of growing
• How Much Can it Grow with 600sqft or 1/72nd (1.37%) of an acre
• So take any number on HERE, and divide by 72.6

Farmbot Automatic Features:

• Plant Seeds
• Take Picture
• Destroy Weeds
• Tell you when plant grown
• Water Plants
• Measure Soil Moisture
• Measure Soil Ph

Farmbot Yields:

• 640lb of Lettuce (440 heads) every 45 days
• 694lb of onions (2083 large bulbs) every 90 days
• 555lb of Tomatoes every 100 days
• OR ANY combination!

Farmbot Videos:

A 3D Printer for Food!

Sustainability:

• Grow own vegetables.
• Warm, efficient House
• Water from Well
• Solar Power
• Cheap Property Taxes
• Can + Pickle Food.
• Ubrew beer, wine, cider, etc.

Electrical:

Permit:

EL-1344-737-2022

BCHydro Pole#

South 2688978
North 2689781

Notes:

Electrical Panels: Ian Mc @ Gescan. 621 Discovery St

Pics:

Parts:

Framing Notes:

• Long Clamp for pulling Walls
• AdvanTech™ Subfloor Adhesive. I have a CASE!
• Borrow Planer to Shave Joists before putting down subfloor
• Over All doors 2 x 2x6
• triple Checking: No 20ft more long studs around entranceway?

Framing Pics: