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        "text": "A garage conversion repurposes enclosed, existing square footage under a shared roof, whereas a ground-up room addition requires pouring a new foundation, framing exterior walls, and constructing a new roofline. Converting a garage is typically faster and does not encroach on yard setbacks, but you permanently lose covered vehicle parking and vehicle-related storage. A ground-up addition lets you design the layout, ceiling height, and window placement from scratch without compromising your garage, though it involves higher structural, foundation, and roof tie-in labor.",
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