Monthly Archives: April 2014

The city rejected the garage plans.  The ceiling was too high.  Placing wide windows above a service door using standard construction practices, resulted in the top plate being above the city limit of 10-feet, zero-inches. I wasn’t ready to give up … Continue reading →

I live in Minneapolis. There is a vigilant city planning department that ensures that construction and development meets the codes that have evolved to prevent fire hazards, health risks and other zoning ordinances. I am entirely in support of communities … Continue reading →

I recently installed storm doors at This Odd House. From the beginning, I felt like there was something missing at our entries, and during the spring and fall seasons I realized it was that I could not open the doors … Continue reading →