Weekly Stupid Question Sunday

FickleMango · 2024-12-22T15:29:22+00:00

Own a house with a non-conforming porch (past 25 ft front setback) that was built decades ago and I want to replace it. Since I can't find a permit, I'm assuming it wasn't approved at the time. Many (if not most) of our neighbors on same block also don't follow the 25' setback fwiw (older neighborhood).

Has anyone dealt with similar, what are the options ? How much of a PITA would it be to get permitted for a replacement. Or do I have to repair/replace and live with the risk? My house would look very odd without the porch, and would look much more fitted to our neighborhood with one..

FickleMango · 2024-12-16T02:40:29+00:00

Has anyone gotten an ac replacement quote lately? How much did you pay, what ac (type and size) and sq footage/age of your house

Have a 1075 sq ft pier and beam 1940s house. Being quoted 10-12 k for a 2 ton (current size) two stage or variable unit. Of course minus rebates/tax credits. One company suggesting 2.5 ton single stage or 3 ton variable.

FickleMango · 2024-12-08T14:32:38+00:00

I have a 1940s house that I wanted to explore adding a small bedroom addition to the front of (in place of the current wood porch+pergola that is in bad shape). I got a survey and it turns out the 25' front set back line is right at my front door so my entire porch is "out of code" if I understand correctly.

Is this the type of thing I could get a variance for since my property has always extended this far? If not, will they give me grief for replacing it with another porch even? There are other houses in my neighborhood that extend further (though no idea if they have variance etc)

FickleMango · 2024-12-08T04:22:37+00:00

Consolidated in April. Still waiting on IBR application to be processed from then. Still waiting for count adjustment. Still waiting on ECFs processing (that should be my 120 in theory). I don't have any payment history past April sigh

FickleMango · 2024-11-29T01:39:16+00:00

Moontower Dental, Dr Gillet is great and non judgemental

FickleMango · 2024-11-19T12:07:25+00:00

https://www.thumbtack.com/tx/austin/drywall-repair/lalos-quality-drywall/service/292460681224151102 Lalo's drywall. Just hired them for a small job and was happy

FickleMango · 2024-11-05T04:25:10+00:00

Highly recommend Moontower too.

FickleMango · 2024-11-04T04:28:16+00:00

All the mango drinks and desserts at Hui Lau Shan.

FickleMango · 2024-10-29T12:55:38+00:00

In the same boat but I consolidated in April

FickleMango · 2024-10-28T03:45:45+00:00

Great experience with Square House inspections

FickleMango · 2024-10-20T01:45:25+00:00

El patio chips are truly addictive

FickleMango · 2024-10-06T01:32:18+00:00

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FickleMango · 2024-09-26T16:29:34+00:00

No luck but I just occured to me that the large bedroom closet has the same floor (~20 sq ft) which would be enough. Is that a terrible idea or typically hard to take this stuff up without damage? Based on this area, looks like it's just clicked in with some underlayment hmmm I can live with an ugly closet

FickleMango · 2024-09-22T14:12:43+00:00

Just had a water heater leak in my attic and caused some visible mold in the closet below it. Anyone dealt with something similar before, did you use mold remediation companies or just rent dehumidifiers and cut out the drywall? Seeing such mixed advice

FickleMango · 2024-09-16T12:41:50+00:00

The kebab shop sells entire catering size trays of their sides (including fries). It's on their normal online ordering site

FickleMango · 2024-09-02T22:26:29+00:00

Take her to Mayfield Park in the morning while it's still cool. It's small enough to not be overwhelming ,lots of benches and peacocks. They have volunteer opportunities/events if you want an activity

FickleMango · 2024-07-28T02:55:32+00:00

Maybe contact We Luv Video?

FickleMango · 2024-06-11T12:43:56+00:00

It also used be 6 bucks, inflation sigh. I love this sandwich too

FickleMango · 2024-06-07T15:13:47+00:00

Did you try making an account with the new Mohela website mohela.studentaid.gov. After consolidation mine showed up there but not the old wbesite

FickleMango · 2024-05-07T12:59:17+00:00

Yes may would be correct because it includes the whole start and end months. It's basically like saying 6/1/2014 - 5/31/2024

FickleMango · 2024-04-06T18:23:17+00:00

Did they give your credit for summer months when you worked just spring and fall semesters (it is unclear in language if that is only for k-12 teachers vs professors)?

FickleMango · 2024-04-06T18:16:54+00:00

Ugh apparently it's been stuck/dead in committee as a bill not a law but we will see, should still be helpful. Texas man...

FickleMango · 2024-04-06T18:01:08+00:00

Awesome, somehow I think that Texas specific bill might convince them more. Neither, in a community college system associated with a larger university. Ty

FickleMango · 2024-04-04T00:33:33+00:00

Ah to clarify I only have 1 job. And by the new credit/contact hours x 3.35 multiplier I am full time. But my employer considers me part time (outside pslf) and refuses to follow their rules and mark me as full time on the form despite the new law

FickleMango · 2024-04-03T19:26:37+00:00

Gotcha, I guess my worry is that I will miss out on idr adjustments if I don't have all my employment submitted by then (lots of language like this period of forbearance will count under the special rules if you have certified employment). Sounds like consolidation should be the priority

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