by maria | Sep 9, 2016 | Exclusive QA |
Don’t jump too quickly to discard reusable fixtures. If your tub is in relatively good shape, consider having it re-glazed instead of replaced, according to the National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI). As for the walls around the tub, cultured...
by maria | Sep 9, 2016 | Exclusive QA |
It is tempting to discard existing appliances when you build new cabinets around them. Rethink the idea. If the appliances are workable, keep them—and save yourself $1,000 to $5,000, according to the National Association of the Remodeling Industry. Also, keep the...
by maria | Sep 9, 2016 | Exclusive QA |
Experts agree that any remodeling project that brings your home up to the level of your neighbors’ is a worthy investment. However, some improvements offer a greater return than others. It depends on the type of work you have done. Realtor Magazine publishes an annual...
by maria | Sep 9, 2016 | Exclusive QA |
A variance is a request made to your local jurisdiction to deviate from current zoning requirements. If granted, a variance will allow you to use your land in a way that is normally not permitted by the zoning ordinance because it waives a certain requirement of the...
by maria | Sep 9, 2016 | Exclusive QA |
Zoning regulations establish how the land can be used, either for residential, industrial, commercial or recreational purposes, or sometimes a combination thereof. Designed to protect property owners and communities from undesirable or inappropriate land uses and/or...
by maria | Sep 9, 2016 | Exclusive QA |
There are many, including those surrounding zoning, permits, variances and building codes. All of these regulations are the government’s way of controlling the physical development of land and public-safety standards for such things as building design, construction,...