{"id":15224,"date":"2024-10-31T12:39:08","date_gmt":"2024-10-31T12:39:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.projectsmallhouse.com\/blog\/?p=15224"},"modified":"2024-11-01T13:40:29","modified_gmt":"2024-11-01T13:40:29","slug":"smart-shelters-safe-shelters-or-safe-space-shelters","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.projectsmallhouse.com\/blog\/2024\/10\/smart-shelters-safe-shelters-or-safe-space-shelters\/","title":{"rendered":"Smart Shelters, Safe Shelters or Safe Space Shelters"},"content":{"rendered":"

Since Helene, people are staying with friends or family or in campers or tents. Some people have found rentals, but they were already in short supply even before the storm and landslides damaged \u201can estimated 126,000 homes\u201d in western North Carolina.*<\/p>\n

FEMA has been paying for \u201crent, temporary hotel or motel stays\u201d and reimbursing \u201cout-of-pocket hotel costs.\u201d<\/p>\n

Direct temporary housing solutions are tailored to meet each households\u2019 individual needs and will take time. This assistance is not intended as an immediate solution for a survivor’s shorter-term housing needs.<\/p>\n

FEMA Supporting Helene Survivors with Temporary Sheltering and Housing Solutions<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

FEMA will be providing Transportable Temporary Housing Units (TTHUs). \u201cA travel trailer or Manufactured Housing Unit (MHU) that FEMA may place on a private site or in a commercial park.\u201d<\/p>\n

Until then, local companies have been stepping up with some temporary solutions. Last night WLOS, our local news followed up reports on the damage in Swannanoa 10 miles east of Asheville, between Asheville and Black Mountain. \u00a0The report included an interview with Mike Stewart, the owner of Pine View Buildings. He had a business selling sheds on the side of Highway 70 in Swannanoa where 27 feet of water caused unbelievable damage.<\/p>\n

The report mentions a Smart Shelter<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

The new buildings on his Pine View Building\u2019s lot, include a Smart Shelter<\/strong>, wired with electricity. If local ordinances permit, Mike has non-profits at the ready, to put furnished units in backyards giving homeowners shelter as they rebuild.<\/p>\n

Amidst unprecedented destruction, Swannanoa confronts the harsh realities of recovery by Jennifer EmertWed, October 30th 2024<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Pine View Buildings’ Facebook page calls this a Safe Shelter<\/strong>. Other reports call it a Safe Space Shelter<\/strong>. These are 12×12 sheds, insulated and finished inside with power and a loft.<\/p>\n

They can plug in to another house, a generator or a temporary power pole. It has windows, lights and a door you can lock.<\/p>\n

Even if you are staying with friends or family, this will give you space and some privacy. It\u2019s way better than a tent behind your damaged house.<\/p>\n

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Pine View Buildings Swannanoa Safe Shelters for Displaced Families<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Introducing Safe Shelters<\/strong>
\nDesigned with Displaced Families in Mind<\/strong><\/p>\n

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  • Outdoor light and recessed Lighting with dimmers for added comfort<\/li>\n
  • Lockable house doors and insulated windows for extra security, lighting and warmth<\/li>\n
  • 8-foot walls and LP Smart Siding with tongue-and-groove pine interiors<\/li>\n
  • Insulated and Fully Wired for Backyard extension heat, lights, outdoor lighting<\/li>\n
  • Lofted and single prototypes available
    \nDesigned for small families of 2 to 4, 2 person households or individuals<\/li>\n
  • No permit required for sheds under 12×12 in most counties<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/blockquote>\n
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    Insulated Window for light and airflow
    Pine View Buildings Swannanoa Safe Shelters for Displaced Families<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

    Lofted Unit:<\/strong> Great for small families, 2-4 People, priced at $10,800<\/strong> + tax (nonprofits are tax-exempt)<\/p>\n

    Single Unit:<\/strong> Perfect for 1-2 person households, priced at $8,600<\/strong> + tax (nonprofits are tax-exempt)<\/p>\n

    Nonprofits are giving away several units\u2014stop by to learn how to apply for these opportunities!<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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    Pine View Buildings Swannanoa Safe Shelters for Displaced Families<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

    Turnaround time for all units is about 2 weeks.<\/p>\n

    Delivery is included.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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    Lofted and single prototypes available
    Tongue-and-groove pine interior
    Pine View Buildings Swannanoa Safe Shelters for Displaced Families<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

    Here is the post from Pine View Buildings:<\/p>\n