08-18-2020, 01:19 AM
Every time this issue comes up I want to write a book...
There are basically two options: fully permitted, or fully unpermitted. County might as-built the existing structure and allow you to obtain additional permits for the septic and associated plumbing ... or they might not, but once you ask, you're on the hook forever. Note that 400sf does not meet the minimum for a "house", you will have to frame new construction with your as-built. Permits alone will take longer than six months, County doesn't like that sort of thing.
Simplest way to get permitted moving forward is exactly what Seeb suggests: get the smallest HPM kit home, strip the existing structure of any plumbing/electrical and claim that it's an "accessory" (under 600sf on ag-zoned land), then maybe span a carport between the kit home and the structure after everything is finaled. Even with the standard kit home, be very very careful, County has a way of knowing exactly how many changes and re-inspections you can tolerate, and they need you to prove that you'll be able to afford to live here. Easier for them if you go broke and leave behind a half-built structure, that way you'll never collect benefits or demand services.
The other way is to accept your new unpermitted life, and find "a guy" who will install a septic tank for cash (or do it yourself). Temporary grid power requires that you pull permits, so figure on building an off-grid solar system -- again, find "a guy" who will do it for cash, or do it yourself. By law, no licensed plumber/electrician is allowed to touch your unpermitted project. Maybe $20-30K depending how many panels and who installs it for you.
Permits not required for resident homeowner status. Lots created after 1976 subject to additional farm dwelling requirements. Good luck.
There are basically two options: fully permitted, or fully unpermitted. County might as-built the existing structure and allow you to obtain additional permits for the septic and associated plumbing ... or they might not, but once you ask, you're on the hook forever. Note that 400sf does not meet the minimum for a "house", you will have to frame new construction with your as-built. Permits alone will take longer than six months, County doesn't like that sort of thing.
Simplest way to get permitted moving forward is exactly what Seeb suggests: get the smallest HPM kit home, strip the existing structure of any plumbing/electrical and claim that it's an "accessory" (under 600sf on ag-zoned land), then maybe span a carport between the kit home and the structure after everything is finaled. Even with the standard kit home, be very very careful, County has a way of knowing exactly how many changes and re-inspections you can tolerate, and they need you to prove that you'll be able to afford to live here. Easier for them if you go broke and leave behind a half-built structure, that way you'll never collect benefits or demand services.
The other way is to accept your new unpermitted life, and find "a guy" who will install a septic tank for cash (or do it yourself). Temporary grid power requires that you pull permits, so figure on building an off-grid solar system -- again, find "a guy" who will do it for cash, or do it yourself. By law, no licensed plumber/electrician is allowed to touch your unpermitted project. Maybe $20-30K depending how many panels and who installs it for you.
Permits not required for resident homeowner status. Lots created after 1976 subject to additional farm dwelling requirements. Good luck.