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    Default Rebuilding Onto Existing Concrete Foundation

    I'm in Albany, VT.

    I have a 40' X 80' concrete foundation, in great shape, that used to be an equipment shed. The shed roof collapsed a number of years ago so the foundation, with a dirt floor, is the only thing left.

    I'm envisioning the foundation could be used as the base for a sugar shack that would have solar on the south facing roof. I'm thinking the sugar shack could be built in phases over a few years with the 1st phase being the uprights, rafters and metal roof for a 40' wide X 24' long section. This would allow enough room to setup an evaporator, perhaps in 2023, and boil. I would also store and dry firewood in this section.

    Any advice on timber framing or stick built, DIY building, plans...will be greatly appreciated.
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    There's lots to think about but you should have plenty of room!

    If you're serious about a timber frame structure then you should contact Jim Giroux from Vermont Frames in Starksboro, VT. Jim is a sugar maker over here in Richmond.

    Regardless of what you do, I would recommend a concrete floor, with a drain.

    Good luck.

    Ken
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    Williston, VT
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    Orange again,
    The foot print is big! Maybe do 40 x 40 with 20 x 40 as the sugarhouse and the rest storage?
    Cost is also a factor.
    Good luck with your project!
    Regards,
    Chris
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