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  • Different Permit Considerations for Green Building

    As you are planning which green home building amenities to include in your new custom home it’s important to note that there may be different permitting requirements. Understanding these permit considerations before you begin keeps construction on track and helps avoid delays caused by improper permitting.

    Permitting requirements will vary based on the locality in which you live, but there are some typical considerations for green home building. Generally, codes designed for green building address standards for air quality, building efficiency, waste reduction, storm water management, and water consumption. You should also be aware that in some locations there are limitations on where homes can be built in an effort to minimize the environmental impact. Make sure that the land you are building on is approved for the size, scale, and type of structure you are planning to build. Don’t forget to also investigate the requirements for any demolition and waste that will be generated during the building process. Attending to all of these details will help ensure your home is built according to all local guidelines.

    If you are in need of a builder that understands the differences for green building contact us today at Country Club Homes, call 203-762-0550 or visit us at www.countryclubhomesinc.com.

  • Photos of a ‘Family Drop Zone’ for Your Wilton or New Canaan Home

    Guess what’s lurking behind the paneled wood double doors off the elegant front foyer of the Fairfield County home you dined at Saturday night? Stuff – everything from tennis shoes to tennis racquets! In modern vernacular, it’s called a ‘Family Drop Zone’. With kids getting off the bus, a parent coming in from work and…

  • New Green Bathroom Remodeling Ideas for Fairfield County, CT Homes

    Residents of southwestern Connecticut have multiple incentives to assume more eco-friendly lifestyles and to “Go Green”. From financial rewards for reducing energy consumption, to the environmentally important goal of living more responsible and sustainable lives, we are becoming more and more aware of our need to reduce energy and natural resource consumption in our Wilton,…

  • Images of Popular Luxury Trends in the Fairfield County Kitchen

    What’s popular in designing a luxury kitchen?  Design a space to conceal all of your counter top appliances, such as coffee makers, toasters, blenders, etc.  Next, consider using a mixture of counter top materials.  Also, conceal your refrigerator and dishwasher with  cabinetry panels to keep  with the visual line of the beautiful cabinetry.  Finally, using…

  • Images & Pictures of Luxury Fairfield County Outdoor Living Areas

    At Country Club Homes, Inc. it has been our pleasure over the years to work with many families who have completed a remodeling or renovation to their Fairfield County, CT. homes and outdoor living areas. With the arrival of the fall season here in southwestern Connecticut, many homeowners are reviewing their outdoor living and entertainment…