With the home's narrow lot lines—just over 2,000 square feet—and close proximity to neighbors, the renovation did not come without its challenges. The new two-story addition required underpinning along both sides to protect adjacent homes. Shared property lines—incuding fences and hardscaping—had to be deconstructed and restored.
“We're working within the constraints of the two side walls [and the] front wall," Winn said. "We couldn't do anything there, so we really had a pretty well-defined limitation on what we could add to the house. It was a matter of trying to work efficiently within those spaces.”
Winn says clear communication with surrounding neighbors was the best way to keep the project moving and on schedule while being mindful of noise levels and other disruptions that come along with renovations.
For custom builders finding themselves in similar situations, Winn says being upfront with neighbors is the best path forward.
“Make sure you do your due diligence, understanding what impact the project will have on neighbors," he says. "Start communicating to them well before construction."
