stjohnjulie
@stjohnjulie
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Joined: June 2, 2008 11:27 am
Last seen: November 25, 2024 2:21 am
Topics: 12 / Replies: 1055
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RE: which island ??

PMV is short for pre-move visit and STX is short for St. Croix. You would probably like any three of the islands. St. John has a huge housing shorta...

6 years ago
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RE: can I build my own house?

You will definitely need a full building permit with electrical and plumbing to do any type of building and depending on where your property is locate...

6 years ago
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RE: Which is More Energy Efficient? Gas vs. Electric Water Heaters

We have an electric 20 gallon tank that we have on a switch. I turn it on in the morning for about 20 minutes and it's enough to last my family of 4 ...

6 years ago
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RE: STJ Rental Rate

I agree with everything fdr said. Affordable long term housing is pretty much nonexistent on St. John right now. I actually have a similar situation...

6 years ago
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RE: Permits/inspections for repair/renovation

You can reach out to DPNR if you'd like, but a roof repair is a structural repair and adding a room changes the footprint of your home and both of tho...

6 years ago
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RE: Permits/inspections for repair/renovation

We just had a prime example of 'how they would know' when most homes here sustained some kind of damage in Irma and Maria. FEMA and insurance compani...

6 years ago
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RE: Psychiatric healthcare on STT

Yes! Sorry for not clarifying that!

6 years ago
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RE: Permits/inspections for repair/renovation

You need plans and permits for structural repairs and additions. You will need to get with an architect/structural engineer to get plans drawn up. T...

6 years ago
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RE: Psychiatric healthcare on STT

Oh my!! That is quite the list! I would get on it. There are generally lots of cancelations and such. When I was visiting him it was pre storms an...

6 years ago
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RE: Cistern questions!

A local, licensed architect, will be able to help you understand not only the code but also be able to help you with the size cistern you will need to...

6 years ago
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RE: Freight Forwarding to STT and Furniture issues

You can order things online and have them shipped through Tropical. If you think you are going to need a lot of things, like a container full, best t...

6 years ago
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RE: Psychiatric healthcare on STT

Check out Insight Psychological Services. I have been there with a family member and have seen Dr. Zen. Good guy, knowledgeable, feel pretty lucky t...

6 years ago
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RE: Top of the Line Transport

This past November there were so many shipping delays all around. And food and raw building materials will always bump a vehicle shipment. The food ...

6 years ago
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RE: Top of the Line Transport

They definitely deal with St Thomas and always have. And currently, their office is located on St. Thomas as well since their office on St. John was ...

6 years ago
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RE: Top of the Line Transport

I'll update this thread a bit. I recently used Top of the Line for shipping and road ready and while the inland and ocean freight part went well the ...

6 years ago
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Re: Animal cruelty cases on St. John

I'm on STJ. I hope they catch the person that did it as well and set a strong statement when they do. The ACC purchased cameras after the incident w...

6 years ago
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Re: Hurricane recovery renters skipping out?

Because of this situation, FEMA actually changed a lot of their rules as things unfolded in the territories. I had a friend visit in November 2017 wh...

6 years ago
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Re: Hurricane recovery renters skipping out?

The one lawyer I could find who would even entertain probate was helpful with giving me information but wasn't about to paint a pretty picture. The g...

6 years ago
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Re: Hurricane recovery renters skipping out?

I hope that it helps! This is a problem for my husband's family. The land that his great grandfather left to his children has largely not been proba...

6 years ago
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Re: Hurricane recovery renters skipping out?

For the small rental cottage we are building for a long term renter I went ahead and bought furniture for it with the hopes I can attract a specific k...

6 years ago
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Re: Survey: stateside 'transplants' on this forum, who live here year-round - did you/do you vote?

Not a lot available other than private villas or possibly Serenusa that would already have the necessary facilities in place and would also have prote...

6 years ago
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Re: Psychology in USVI

I would say that there is a need for people in your profession, but I will also say that a lot of those who need it don't seek it. There are many uni...

6 years ago
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Re: Survey: stateside 'transplants' on this forum, who live here year-round - did you/do you vote?

This is at least something! I have to say, I am often so embarrassed about the president of the US that I can't read about or watch him. I'm ashamed...

6 years ago
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Re: Survey: stateside 'transplants' on this forum, who live here year-round - did you/do you vote?

I am curious to see how this transition will go. I am also really curious to see some of the contracts that happened since we have been in a state of...

6 years ago
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Re: Our (Petty) Theft Encounter at Rainbow Beach

lol! On the tourism forums, I suggest visitors leave their cars unlocked and no valuables inside. We have some remote beaches and petty theft ...

6 years ago
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