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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Found this summary of the last inspection:

"Work is incomplete and does not match approved plans. OK to install temporary weatherproofing to protect materials. While temporary weatherproofing may be installed; all weatherproofing must be removed prior to the next wind bracing inspection. Additional deficiencies have been identified. A Stop Work Order will be issued. Deficiencies Identified: 1. Foundation anchors missing in various locations throughout. 2. Not all fastening of sheathing complete. Some panels still loose. 3. Nail pattern incorrect at majority of braced wall panels throughout. 4. Interior braced walls not complete missing sheathing in various locations. 5. Header has not been installed at first floor front opening. 6. Strong wall panels not installed. 7. Opening layout has changed from approved plans. 8. Need to install blocking at seams of sheathing to fasten sheathing. 9. Unable to access upper floors and cannot verify wall to roof attachment or upper interior braced walls. 10. With respect to zoning compliance, based on the wall check survey prepared by Larry N. Scartz and dated October 29, 2025, the northwest corner of the addition is located only 7.4 feet from the northern side property line, where an 8-foot side yard setback is required for the R-3 Cluster District pursuant to Section 2102.6.B. of the Zoning Ordinance. "[/quote]

Holy moly I guess this is what happens when someone with zero experience in home building tries to build an addition the size of a house. I can’t fathom thinking I could serve as my own general contractor for a complex project like this.[/quote]

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