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Foundation Work Continues

Over the last couple weeks, we have made steady progress on the foundation despite variable weather. The foundation walls are insulated, and both the exterior and interior of the building have been backfilled. Additionally, the under-slab plumbing is complete and backfilled. We are currently holding off on floor preparation due to the recent cold and snow in the valley; we will resume as soon as the weather improves to proceed with the concrete pour.










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