Browse Forums General Discussion Re: OLD HOUSE USES 7Oct 25, 2014 7:12 am We went through the process of getting council approval to convert the old cottage to a stained glass and jewelry making studio. Council decided that as long as I could meet their restrictions for an at-home business, we could keep a toilet, sinks, hot water heater and septic system. The restrictions were really specific; they provided a hand-out. The toilet and hot water were important to me because the cottage is a fair hike from the new house. Access to water, sinks and sewage are necessary for both glass and jewelry work. Our council was specifically worried about clandestine bed and breakfast set-ups, so we did not try to get approval for a shower or tub. Although, you know, a shower stall or a claw foot tub with a hand-held would be just the ticket for washing off really big stained glass panels...... Chris On the threshold of retirement... and trying to check my assumptions at the door Old Home Restoration / Renovation Hi, just discovered all these junks left behind under the floor. Could any of these be asbestos? Best to leave as it is or clean up? Thank you for your thoughts 0 8049 Is it possible to render an old corrugated iron shed.I have heard that it can be done if it is covered with chicken wire first.Not sure of the ratio of the render mix and… 0 4865 Thanks Chippy,I do have one that I levered out. I'll try to find a brand name on the windows then do some searching. Here is a photo where you can see how worn they are. 2 7945 |