Garage Construction Project

Considerations Backlog

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Use this backlog to capture potential items by stage.

  • Indicate decision with decision:: yes | no | maybe (default is maybe if omitted).
  • Yes = show on dashboard for that stage; leave the checkbox unchecked until completed. Check it when implemented.
  • No = keep as a record of evaluation; it will be hidden from the dashboard.

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Yes for Stage 2 (Slab)

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WHERE file.path = this.file.path AND !completed AND contains(text, "decision:: yes") AND contains(text, "stage:: 2")
SORT area ASC

All Considerations by Stage

TABLE decision, area
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WHERE decision
GROUP BY stage
SORT stage ASC

Stage 2 — Pour Concrete Slab

  • Utility locate 811 confirmed and valid — stage:: 2 area:: site decision:: yes
  • Erosion control as required (silt fence, inlet protection) — stage:: 2 area:: site decision:: maybe
  • Subslab rigid insulation continuous (R-10+) incl. perimeter — stage:: 2 area:: concrete decision:: yes
  • 6-mil poly vapor barrier; tape seams; upturn at edges — stage:: 2 area:: concrete decision:: yes
  • Control joint layout plan (sawcut/trowel) — stage:: 2 area:: concrete decision:: yes
  • Slab finish spec (trowel vs broom; sealing plan) — stage:: 2 area:: concrete decision:: yes
  • Overhead door thermal break/threshold detail — stage:: 2 area:: concrete decision:: maybe
  • Ufer ground (rebar bond) for electrical service — stage:: 2 area:: electrical decision:: yes
  • Radon rough-in sleeve (optional, code-dependent) — stage:: 2 area:: mechanical decision:: maybe
  • Rebar grid size/pattern; chairs for cover — stage:: 2 area:: concrete decision:: maybe
  • Anchor bolts/embeds layout (walls, equipment) — stage:: 2 area:: concrete decision:: maybe
  • Floor drain locations; slope and trap strategy — stage:: 2 area:: plumbing decision:: yes
  • PEX pressure test pre- and post-pour (record psi/time) — stage:: 2 area:: radiant decision:: yes
  • Photograph PEX, sleeves, conduit, and joints pre-pour — stage:: 2 area:: documentation decision:: yes
  • Termite treatment if required locally — stage:: 2 area:: site decision:: maybe

Stage 3 — Frame in Garage

  • Shear/nailing schedule for large door openings — stage:: 3 area:: structural decision:: maybe
  • Stair code (rise/run, guards, handrails, headroom) — stage:: 3 area:: code decision:: maybe
  • Knee walls and guards upstairs (heights, locations) — stage:: 3 area:: layout decision:: maybe
  • Blocking for cabinets, TV, hose reels, future rails — stage:: 3 area:: interior decision:: maybe
  • Truss/rafter bracing and attic access location — stage:: 3 area:: structural decision:: maybe
  • Housewrap and flashing approach (ZIP vs OSB+WRB) — stage:: 3 area:: envelope decision:: maybe
  • Call Terry Acton (City of Clare Zoning Administrator) — ask: (1) dwelling-vs-accessory setbacks when loft becomes ADU at current 1-3 ft rear / 3-5 ft east position — grandfathered or variance needed? (2) awning projection allowance into required side yard setback (3) open uncovered stairs/landing counted in setback math? (4) ADU permitted in R-1, conditions, STR rules, parking, address. Make-or-break for apartment-readiness budget. Contact info kept in Phone Call to Make (redacted from production). See also Setbacks and Fire Separation at the Exterior Door and Zoning Research — Make-or-Break Action. — stage:: 3 area:: code decision:: yes
  • Frame exterior door rough opening at stair landing (Phase 3 entry; sheath/side over for Phase 1) — see Stair Access Conversion (Phase 3) — stage:: 3 area:: framing decision:: yes
  • Lock bedroom-corner placement for one of the three already-delivered Premium Designer NC DH egress windows (39.5” × 59.5”); verify installed sill ≤44” AFF — stage:: 3 area:: code decision:: yes
  • Pre-rough W/D location + plumbing + 20A/30A circuit at bathroom wet wall — stage:: 3 area:: plumbing decision:: yes
  • Smoke/CO/heat detector wiring (14/3 between future detector locations on lighting circuit) — stage:: 3 area:: electrical decision:: yes
  • Low-voltage smurf tubes (3 runs, ~$30) for Cat6 / TV / speaker — stage:: 3 area:: low-voltage decision:: yes

Stage 4 — Roof

  • Underlayment type (synthetic) and Ice & Water Shield coverage — stage:: 4 area:: envelope decision:: maybe
  • Snow guard layout/pattern and attachment — stage:: 4 area:: safety decision:: maybe
  • Gutter/downspout sizing and discharge locations — stage:: 4 area:: drainage decision:: maybe
  • Flashing for penetrations (vent boots, stacks) — stage:: 4 area:: envelope decision:: maybe

Stage 5 — Siding, Windows, Doors

  • Drainage plane details (housewrap laps, flash tapes) — stage:: 5 area:: envelope decision:: maybe
  • Brick veneer details (weep/screed, flashing) — stage:: 5 area:: masonry decision:: maybe
  • Garage door seals, R-value, alignment checks — stage:: 5 area:: doors decision:: maybe
  • Entry door pan flashing and threshold details — stage:: 5 area:: doors decision:: maybe
  • Exterior lighting boxes and cabling in soffits — stage:: 5 area:: electrical decision:: maybe
  • Hose bibb placements and backing — stage:: 5 area:: plumbing decision:: maybe
  • Address numbers and camera prewire — stage:: 5 area:: low-voltage decision:: maybe

Stage 6 — Interior Finishing (Electrical, Insulation, Drywall, HVAC)

Stage 7 — Finish, Cleanup, and Ongoing

Tool Inventory Project (Low-Energy Project)

  • Create tool inventory system after moving tools to garage — stage:: 7 area:: organization decision:: yes
    • Track: tool locations (garage bay, workbench, loft, house)
    • Track: manuals (PDFs or physical location)
    • Track: purchase date, warranty info
    • Track: maintenance schedules (calibration, blade changes)
    • Track: battery platform (Makita 18V, etc.)
    • Note: Plan to use filesystem MCP to give Claude Code access to tool inventory and other garage-related project folders
    • When: Good for days too tired/sore for physical work but still want to be productive

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