Be prepared before you hear, “That Doesn’t Meet Code!”
Chapter 5 of “Restoring Your Historic House, The Comprehensive Guide for Homeowners” is titled “Bureaucrats You’ll Meet.” It explores and explains building permits, historic preservation Certificates of Appropriateness, utility company requirements, etc. Half the battle is knowing what to expect and being well-prepared!
A tip from the book… avoid tearing out anything that can’t be rebuilt under current code – like this fabulous c. 1850 spiral staircase. If you can find a way to repair, not replace it, you will likely not have to bring it up to code for residential use.
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