The Avery Journal
A starting place for a more informed remodel. Explore Avery's original articles on design decisions, planning, and the practical questions that shape a home renovation.
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A documentation-focused guide to requesting a reassessment of a substantial damage determination in Pinellas County, with repair records, submission planning, and questions to confirm with the issuing authority.
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Archived planning guidance on substantial damage and improvement, building valuation, cumulative project review, and questions to ask local floodplain officials before repairing or renovating a flood-prone home.
Read the articleUnderstand how floodplain requirements can affect repairs, renovations and additions, where to find a FEMA valuation letter, and why limited exceptions require local confirmation.
Read the articleAn archived guide to FEMA assistance, county emergency-management resources, and practical steps for Nature Coast residents preparing for or recovering from a disaster.
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Prepare for a Florida hurricane with less-obvious supplies, a neighbor support network, charged devices, organized damage records, and emergency contacts kept on paper as well as in your phone.
Read the articleExplore the article’s 13 interior design ideas from 2022, from retro accents and natural materials to multipurpose rooms, expressive colors, and outdoor comfort.
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Consider foot traffic, spills, warmth, atmosphere and color when choosing flooring that suits your rooms and your remodeling plans.
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