Barn Conversersions
An unused barn can be claimed as living space. Most existing barns have water and electricity. However, if bathrooms or kitchenettes are desired, either a connection to a sewer or existing septic will be required or a new septic system will need to be added. The Building Dept. will help you make this determination as sewer and septic are subject to inspections and approval.
Conversion to Garage and Garage
Before Photo looking west
Before Photo looking east
This structure was unfinished when the owners purchased the property. It consisted of a framed barn with a roof and plywood on one side. There was a loft above the main floor that you could access from a hole in the ceiling above the main floor. The entire building swayed when a you walked across the loft floor. The Owners were going to tear it down and start over but they were convinced to work with what they had. The barn was well built, had a solid foundation but just needed to be finished. The main floor was remodeled into an over-sized two car garage with tall doors to accommodate a boat or
tractor. Wall cupboards and workbench were installed to provide an efficient workshop. A laundry room and separate bathroom were also added to the main floor. The loft was transformed into a 1,000 sq. ft. one bedroom guesthouse complete with wood stove, living room, and small kitchenette. The bedroom was large enough for a king size bed, side tables, a love seat and dresser. A walk in closet was built on the east wall. The bathroom had double sinks and a water closet which also housed a large soaking bathtub. There were many storage closets throughout as all space was utilized.
tractor. Wall cupboards and workbench were installed to provide an efficient workshop. A laundry room and separate bathroom were also added to the main floor. The loft was transformed into a 1,000 sq. ft. one bedroom guesthouse complete with wood stove, living room, and small kitchenette. The bedroom was large enough for a king size bed, side tables, a love seat and dresser. A walk in closet was built on the east wall. The bathroom had double sinks and a water closet which also housed a large soaking bathtub. There were many storage closets throughout as all space was utilized.