Can you build a cob house in Oregon?
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We now have in the ORSC an appendix for strawbale construction, with both guidelines for load-bearing and non-loadbearing walls. For cob, however, it’s still largely build small, build in secret or in the boonies (NOT RECOMMENDED), or get an engineer.
How long will a cob house last?
How long does cob last? The oldest cob house currently standing is 10,00 years old. If this doesn’t speak to how strong and durable cob houses are, then nothing will. Cob houses are built to stand forever as long as their roofs are maintained, and they are properly looked after.
Does a cob house require planning permission?
As with all builds, it is necessary to get planning permission and satisfy Building Regulations. While this may be complicated there is no reason why you should fall short of meeting the Building Regulations, but obtaining planning permission will depend on the outlook of your local planning office.
Who are the best people to learn about cob building?
Becky has many years of experience in cob building and is known as the inventor of the “tarp method” for mixing cob. She is the founder of Groundworks, a cob building company which has built cob structures throughout the world. Becky offers hands-on workshops and hosts natural building symposiums. 8. Christina Ott Christina is a great inspiration!
Who are some famous people who build cob houses?
Ziggy builds with cob, straw bales, and timber frames. He started designing his first cob house, “Cobgobatron”, back in the winter of 2008 and finished construction in July of 2009. Ziggy offers natural building workshops and continues to blog about his experiences. You can also follow him on facebook. 5. Adam Weismann
Who is behind cob cottage companysharing?
Ianto and Linda run the Cob Cottage Companysharing their many years of natural building experience and philosophy with what must now add up to hundreds of people from all over the world.
What is the best book on cob construction?
We are the authors of The Hand-Sculpted House (published by Chelsea Green with 20,000 in print), the most comprehensive book available on cob construction, also the Cobber’s Companion, Rocket Mass Heaters and Earth Building and the Cob revival.