On Having a New Office Space
by Zia ~ October 20th, 2005. Filed under: House.Steve made the big mistake of musing what it would be like to put a second story on the garage. “For the view,” he explained. “We could see the water. I could frame it in a weekend.”
When we were still doing the long distance thing, I had this fantasy of us living together, of me freelancing (and working from home), and of having my office in a completely redone detached old garage. Living together — check. Freelancing — check. Cool office in the garage and actually having a guest room again — hmmm. I’m so close! Naturally, I seized upon the idea with the same glee as Harry approaching his breakfast.
We’ve been batting the idea around, so I finally called Seattle’s permit department. Only to be informed that it’s not possible. Buildings in the sideyard and backyard aren’t allowed to be taller than 15 feet. And, unfortunately, moving into the single-story garage isn’t a possibility. There’s too much stuff in there.
Sigh.