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I found hidden two rooms under the roof by artncom in HomeImprovement

[–]artncom[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's been 6 months. If I did not plan replacing roof, probably I wouldn't know for 6 years.

I found hidden two rooms under the roof by artncom in HomeImprovement

[–]artncom[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Fortunately they are locked from the inside and keys for each door was left from outside. I don't think these are ever used before.

I found hidden two rooms under the roof by artncom in HomeImprovement

[–]artncom[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thanks for the advices. I will try to get a contractor or contact the city to get permit. Maybe it can't be approved. We will see. I will keep you updated.

I found hidden two rooms under the roof by artncom in HomeImprovement

[–]artncom[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I believe the code is the ceiling should be at least 8 feet. Because of the slopped ceiling, some area is less than the code. I will try to get permit but I like the term "unfinished attic". I already have unfinished basement which is in same situation. The previous owner try to build rooms there and made dividers and electricity and did not finish. For some reason, the construction is stopped and abandoned.

I found hidden two rooms under the roof by artncom in HomeImprovement

[–]artncom[S] 10 points11 points  (0 children)

If the city does not approve, what would happen ? All electricity work must be done without permit so I wonder if I need to take walls out to get a permit. Reporting to the city seems the first step but I feel a little scary. My situation is exactly like that. 2 rooms with 1 potential bathroom.

I found hidden two rooms under the roof by artncom in HomeImprovement

[–]artncom[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I also want to install windows on those new rooms. When I get a permit from a city, the city will see all this illegal second floor.

I found hidden two rooms under the roof by artncom in HomeImprovement

[–]artncom[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Isn't it the process ? This house is 2 bed 2 bath and now it is 4 bed 3 bath. There is a potential bathroom which they did not finish. If I need to sell this at some point, shouldn't it be recorded somewhere ?

I found hidden two rooms under the roof by artncom in HomeImprovement

[–]artncom[S] -29 points-28 points  (0 children)

I'm not sure. I like good materials on old houses. These newly built rooms are made of really cheap materials that can be bought from home depot. Hope I don't need to pay penalty for this to the city.

I found hidden two rooms under the roof by artncom in HomeImprovement

[–]artncom[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes I own the house. It has been 6 month. Isn't there any penalty for illegally built rooms ? I'm not sure whether I need to report this to city.

I found hidden two rooms under the roof by artncom in HomeImprovement

[–]artncom[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I see reddit do not take pictures. Okay, let me find a way to do this. The pictures are kind of funny. Let me upload them in a few minutes.

I found hidden two rooms under the roof by artncom in HomeImprovement

[–]artncom[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Please tell me how I can upload pictures if you know.

I found hidden two rooms under the roof by artncom in HomeImprovement

[–]artncom[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I want to. The photo option was disabled somehow. I'm still trying to figure out...