If you haven’t already read part one of this series, go back and check it out. We dive deep into the basics of flood elevation certificates and this blog will make much more sense if you’ve got a solid understanding. Now, I’ll use a sample flood certificate to explain...
In Charleston, we deal with a lot of flooding, sometimes even on sunny days. The historic district is surrounded by water on three sides and Charleston has over 90 miles of coastline. FEMA’s National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) has created flood maps to help...
Historic homes have so much beauty and character, but turning one from a time capsule into a home for modern living can be daunting. Historic house restoration brings challenges: leaky windows, sagging structure, rotten siding and trim, rusty plumbing, knob &...
Charleston, South Carolina, is a unique (and sometimes challenging) place to do architecture. If you own property in historic downtown Charleston and want to make any changes to your home, you may be wondering, “What is the BAR and how do I get my project...
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