the city shut us down (ep.16)

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[JennaPhipps]

Just to clarify, the reason why I am sharing this is because I want to share the entire journey of renovating this home, even if it doesn't make us look great. I want to share the successes, the fails, the disappointments and the mistakes as they are all part of renovating a home. We are not perfect and we are learning every day. Thank you everyone for all the support, you make this series possible by watching our videos each week. See you all next week ❤

[deannarohn]

Speaking as a roofing company manager, I would recommend you take some of the wood you have laying around, place them in different areas on the tarp and nail them down, you're putting a new roof on anyway and it will protect you from the liability of something flying off the roof and causing damage or hurting someone, it will also prevent the tarp from flying up and possibly off the roof completely.

[Graeme]

I RENOVATED TWO OLD HOUSES: My work around for the permitting hassle is that I always included a letter from an engineer friend that what I want to replace/repair is a hazardous condition and must be replaced to prevent injury or further collapse. Or words to that effect. No one in the permitting department was to be put in the situation where they caused an accident.

[trish]

I love how supportive and encouraging he is, like he rips up half a sheet and she has removed 3 nails and he says "that's awesome, well done" without being a sarcastic prick about it, just all love <3

[kathyw]

It's funny the house was basically falling down when you bought it and that was ok with the city. But let you go and pay for permits to better it and they shut you down.smh

[CrochetByJ]

Did anyone else see that Jenna and Nick were featured on a news broadcast?? They truly deserve the recognition as they are working so hard, being so brave to do this, and most importantly, putting as much positivity as they can into the world despite the challenges they have faced along the way. Jenna I have loved seeing you go from sewing, to crocheting wardrobes, to renovating your own house, and I absolutely cannot wait to see where this journey takes you. ❤

[latteslettersandlife]

This Series has now become my happy place. It kills me they are shutting you down for fixing something.

[kevinbrandt]

work in Texas as a home builder and from time to time we do refabs. When I see water damage at that level, I'm calling my engineer and every time he says dry wall will hide the truth, take it down so we can take pictures of the damaged area or areas. Now with the roof that's another story. Yall might want to take pics of the roof without the tarps on, it's a hassle but well worth it. Or get another engineer to help y'all out. If that doesn't work start calling your local councilmen or go to the TV station about this. Just because there is an abondance of idiots working at your permit office doesn't mean the story can't be told a different way. I hope everything works out for you both. Love the videos

[cythatnerd]

If the city keeps jerking y'all around with permits get the news involved! I know y'all already got interviewed so the station would probably love to do a follow-up, and a story about how the city isn't working properly to help not just their citizens but a rather prominent one is right up their alley!

[morganunraveled]

on the bright side of all this… your future livingroom view is absolutely INSANE now! a dream! mountains, pines, and ocean will be your forever view at the end of all this stress and hard work 🌞

[bluesasquatchhemp]

Get your city councillor involved! :) it’s part of their job.

[lgrillo]

I adore this couple. They are so sunny and supportive of each other with an incredible “can-do” attitude. The best. The very best.

[erinstenback]

The fact that cities make it so hard to remake old homes is so dumb to me. That house was a hazard and all you guys are trying to do is fix it .

[elscheib]

"I'm sure everyone watching... Also would have never guessed" is Canadian politeness for "why'd you have go and tell the whole internet I'm wearing women's pants?" 😂😂😂

[dariansprenkels]

That tar paper did a good job of protecting your subfloor from rotting.

[justin_time]

When manufactured homes are delivered, they often come wrapped with massive pieces of plastic (like 60 ft x 40 ft), and after they are unwrapped the plastic is often thrown out. One of those sheets might cover your entire roof [rooves?]. If you can reach out to any local companies that deliver manufactured homes, you might be able to score some of those large plastic sheets for free and use them as extra covering for your home until the permits go through. Best of luck with all of the next phases of the renovation!

[hummingbird]

Since you are filming, it makes it soooo easy for the city to watch and see any shortcuts or mistakes. It also makes a huge difference who you get for permit review and inspections. Some are easy to work with and others seem to make their own rules and will change what they tell you randomly. Super frustrating.

[abcde]

It looks like you guys never fight🫠 i mean.. i know social is not the whole truth but your energy to eachother is so chill, kind and supportive

[sherryharnish]

Jenna when you kick the floor wood, it speaks volumes of every home owner trying to renovate their homes. The frustration we all go through. You guys are doing a great job. 🎉

[mitchgross]

Fines are usually issued when someone shows bad intent or flagrant disregard for regulations, neither of which is true here. The main point is that you are trying your best to do everything right and navigate the system, which can be clearly demonstrated. Now it’s time to get someone with authority involved, like scheduling a meeting with the county supervisor or your local council person. You go in with your plans and documentation from your engineer, show them that this structure is otherwise in danger of becoming a hazard to the community and then plead that you’re just trying to follow the rules to rescue the building. No one needs to threaten they just need an advocate, and suddenly all the hurdles can melt away.