shot down...

it turns out the entirety of my yard is NOT included on my deed...yes, NOT included.  not just a small portion, but about 28".  it was discovered by the architect when creating the site plans for zoning.  however, we never thought it would affect the construction permit approval. we thought wrong.  because zoning thinks my yard is smaller, according to the deed, they denied the permit for the kitchen extending 8" too far and the open space ratio does not conform to zoning guidelines.

a real estate lawyer has been retained and an appeal has been filed. it's a race who will get me my permit first.  the real estate lawyer believes there is no doubt that the 'missing' parcel is mine since the City map has it as mine... it is just the long process of including it on my deed which can take months & money.

as for the appeal, i am scheduled on the calendar to present to the fna on dec. 3rd & then I will need to present to the fishtown community on jan.14th.  hopefully, i made a lot of friends in fishtown.  

on the positive side (because you can't let the negativity pull you down), the front windows are in, the master & 3rd fl bedroom have been framed, & the bathroom & dining room brick walls have been exposed!  some progress.

3rd floor bathroom

master bath exposed brick

black window