[Cob] cob structure

[Sarah Booth]

Hello cob enthusiasts. I am writing to request information that might lead me to some mysterious untapped funds waiting to be used to promote alternative building in Oregon. My husband and I have been participating in the construction of a 200 square foot cob cottage in Corvallis, Oregon. The intention was for the structure to be small enough not to need a permit. Before we were able to complete construction the city came in and told us we had to get a permit in order to proceed. Due to the recession, the property owners can no longer fund the costly project of getting the structure all it's necessary permits and put a roof, door and windows on it. They are ready to take down the structure unless some money can be found to help fund it. So, I'm putting the word out there. The completion of a permitted structural cob garden shed would be a big step for cob in the Northwest and I hate to see it melt into the ground! Please share any ideas you might have regarding how to come up with money (~ $7,000.) to complete this project. Thanks for your interest. Sincerely, Sarah
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