Category: Bent Nail Ranch

In order to get an occupancy permit, one of the things we need to do is build guardrails for the balconies. The model shows solid panels, but I can’t figure out how to make those, except in a model.

So, I decided on a cable railing because I can order the whole shebang from Stainless Cable and Railing.

According to the local building official, the other things that need to be in place to receive an occupancy permit are:

-a bathroom with a sink and a toilet.

– a shower. This seems random. A shower is not necessary for one’s survival.

-a way to cook.

-a place to store your groceries.

-a kitchen sink

-heat.

The drywall is finished. The solar is commissioned. The water storage and propane tanks are in place. The boiler and pump panels will be here this week, as will the balcony rails. The goal is to call for an occupancy permit early next month. The building permit expires the 2nd of February. I don’t want to pay to extend it.

Went into Tucson today. After some scuffling about, I think I found the material for the baseboards, casing and window sills.

More to follow…