You may have noticed the towering heights of  homes under construction on the island.  While waiting for the final FEMA maps to be published, officials in Avalon and Stone Harbor issued building permits based on the preliminary data approved by Governor Christie.
Near the bay, Â this includes the much discussed “V-Zone”.
The cottage pictured was lifted and placed off to the side so that pilings could be driven into the ground. Â The house was placed back on the pilings, and will now be totally renovated. Â The lower level can be cosmetically covered with break away walls.
V zone construction allows water to flow freely under a home- preventing structural damage caused by the pressure of flood waters on a solid block foundation.
Picking a Dream House
Even though I live here, I still play the “What house would I buy” game. Â Admit it…you play it, too.
Basic premise: Â If I win the lottery (or someone pays me millions of dollars to sponsor my blog), I need to know what house to buy. Â My choices change all the time. Walking and kayaking provide ample opportunity to review the options.
For instance, I have a current favorite bay property. Â It’s not the house as much as an incredible water front location. Â And it’s for sale…which means that someone else will have an opportunity long before me 🙁 Â Â Not to worry…I will move on.
A sample from this morning’s kayaking review: