SanCap Resilience to hold community program
SanCap Resilience will host its next community event, “Home Elevation Workshop: Three Sanibel Case Studies,” on Nov. 13 at 6:30 p.m. at The Community House on Sanibel and via Zoom.
The program will revolve around three case studies of homeowners on Sanibel who have been through the home elevation process. The coalition’s Resilient Buildings Working Group will present the case studies, which will be followed by an audience Q&A discussion with a panel of the homeowners.
“I can’t tell you how many people I’ve talked to who are tired of flooding and ready to do something about it,” working group Chair Kip Buntrock said. “We’re excited to share the experience of people who have been through the process.”
Some of the questions to be addressed will include:
– What are the financial implications of elevating a home?
– Does it make sense to elevate before or after I restore or renovate my home?
– How do I find a contractor?
– What is the home elevation experience like?
– How long does the process take?
SanCap Resilience noted that the program presenters will not be contractors or experts in the building field. The information presented and advice offered should not replace attendees’ own research and due diligence for those who plan to go through the home elevation process.
“We are so grateful to the homeowners who have volunteered their time to share their experience and insights so others can benefit,” Tom Bierma, the coalition’s Steering Committee liaison for the working group, said. “We hope to have a good back and forth discussion that is helpful to attendees as they work to make their homes and the community more resilient.”
The event is free to attend, but registration is required.
The program is made possible with the support of the Ashton Kirchner Group of Keller Williams Realty.
Homeowners and businesses with ground-level buildings who are considering elevation are encouraged to attend. Those already working on building renovations are encouraged to invite their contractors.
For more information or to register, visit https://bit.ly/48ghoZ3.
The Community House is at 2173 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel.