Home Sweet Home, Part II

Back in May, I shared the happy news that Dave and I are now homeowners! Perhaps you've wondered what's happened with our renovation and addition project? Perhaps you've wondered whether the City of San Francisco ever approved our permit applications?

Well.

Our first permit application had to do with the small addition, and it was approved after about two months. Our second permit application was for the permit required to actually do the work, and with the help of a Permit Expeditor (yes, this is a legitimate profession in San Francisco), it was approved after about two more months. Permits in hand, we finalized the negotiations with our contractor. 

I think a few pictures are worth a thousand words:

The contractor did a little exploratory demolition, and then... 

... the hazardous materials subcontractors came in to remove the asbestos insulation and shingles...

... so that the real demolition could begin!!!
(This is just the beginning. Now the plaster is gone and it's down to the studs.)

We are SO excited that actual work is happening. While we've enjoyed the process of working with our architect to design our home, it felt a little like dreaming and less like planning. But now things are happening! Hooray!