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        "text": "Most home additions take several months from first idea to the day you fully use the space. The total timeline includes planning and design, permits, and construction.\n\nPeople often only count construction weeks and forget the front-end, which can be just as long—especially in busy cities and counties. Realistic expectations reduce stress and help you schedule life events around the project.\n\nKey factors:\n- Design and planning: 4–12+ weeks (longer for complex additions)\n- Permitting: 4–12+ weeks depending on city workload\n- Construction: 8–24+ weeks based on size and complexity\n- Inspection and punch‑list: 2–4 weeks\n\nAsk your contractor for a written timeline broken into phases and dependencies (e.g., permit approval before start). Build in buffer for weather, inspections, and changes you might request. An experienced addition contractor can help sequence work to keep you in the home as much as possible."
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