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  "articleBody": "- [ ] Property boundary survey — Confirms your exact legal lot lines so your new bedroom suite does not violate local zoning setbacks or maximum lot-coverage caps.\n- [ ] Existing home foundation assessment — Ensures your current foundation and soil conditions can tie into a new slab or support second-story framing loads.\n- [ ] HOA architectural guidelines and approvals — Prevents costly redesigns by establishing approved exterior finish materials, window styles, and roofline profiles beforehand.\n- [ ] Bedroom egress window specifications — Confirms planned windows meet building code requirements for emergency escape openings, minimum glass area, and sill heights.\n- [ ] Bathroom fixture clearance diagram — Verifies required spacing in front of and between the vanity, toilet, and walk-in shower for daily comfort and local code compliance.\n- [ ] HVAC load calculation — Checks whether your current air conditioning unit can condition the added square footage or if a dedicated heat pump zone is necessary.\n- [ ] Electrical panel capacity check — Ensures your main service panel has available breaker space for added lighting circuits, bathroom heaters, and modern bedroom outlets.\n- [ ] Plumbing sewer tie-in plan — Determines the slope, drain venting, and tie-in route to your main sewer pipe before foundation work commences.\n- [ ] Temporary living arrangements plan — Establishes how your household will manage noise, dust, and potential utility shutoffs while active construction takes place.\n\nHow to use this checklist:\nWork through these items sequentially during your early planning phase before finalizing architectural drawings or ordering materials. Addressing zoning, structural tie-ins, and mechanical capacity early protects your budget from sudden change orders. \n\nWhat to Do Next:\nBecause primary suite additions impact foundations, framing, rooflines, and mechanical systems, working with an experienced licensed contractor ensures drawings, permits, and inspections stay properly aligned. Bay City Remodeling & Bathrooms LLC guides homeowners through comprehensive home additions across Brandon and the greater Tampa area. Call 813-362-0114 to discuss your home addition plans.",
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