06-20-2005, 08:31 AM
That was indeed a frightening experience! I was still in seattle when permits were drawn, and building started. I moved out here while house was still incomplete and stayed in rge shell with temporary power with my dog. It was kind of frightening actually. It was dark, dark, dark, at night aand all kinds of noises and creatures were heard or seen. No permanent doors to shut, no running toilet, and getting used to idea of whee I was deep in a rural community where I did not know anyone. I woke up first night there and swore I made a huge mistake. I felt isolated, alone, and having second thoughts about everything I did such as leaving a good job and all my familiars. Once I got house safe and liveable I felt better especially with permanent electricity hooked up. That took a long time because each and ecery inspector had to sign off on what they inspected, plumbing, electric, etc. Yes it was a long process but you have to start somewhere. My suggestion is stay on mainland until house is ready to occupy. handle all business in comfort of your rental on mainland with phone etc. Process of permits etc are slow right now because of all the activity of building going on. I do feel for you because although my experience was not as intense, it was scary and uncomfortable. Good luck.
frank battaglia
frank battaglia