Progress Log

A chronological record of all work completed on the backyard drum studio project.

Project Statistics

5
Tasks Completed
1
Tasks In Progress
30+
Tasks Remaining
5
Days Active

Changelog

January 24, 2026
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    Completed: Research requirements for structures with electrical/HVAC (Task 1.5)

    Documented NEC requirements for detached building electrical (disconnect, subpanel, grounding), HVAC permit requirements, mini-split recommendation for sound isolation, and inspection sequence.

January 21, 2026
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    Completed: Research lot coverage limits (Task 1.4)

    Found 20% back yard coverage limit for accessory buildings per Cedar Park Code 11.04.001(F). Back yard area approximately 6,600 sq ft, allowing maximum 1,320 sq ft for accessory buildings. With existing 400 sq ft detached garage, 920 sq ft remains available for the studio.

January 20, 2026
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    Completed: Look up property zoning district (Task 1.1)

    Identified SR (Suburban Residential) zoning district for the property.

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    Completed: Document setback requirements (Task 1.2)

    For accessory buildings over 180 sq ft, setbacks match the principal building requirements. SR district requires 12ft interior side, 20ft street side, and 25ft rear setbacks. Subtask 1.2.1 pending to clarify IBC/IRC separation requirement from principal building.

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    Completed: Document height restrictions (Task 1.3)

    Accessory buildings over 180 sq ft may be built to the same height as the principal building.

Project Start
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    Initialized repository structure

    Added project documentation and conventions. Established spec-driven development methodology.

Phase 1 Task Breakdown

1. Research Cedar Park Building Codes

  • * 1.1 Look up property zoning district
  • ~ 1.2 Document setback requirements for accessory structures
  • . 1.2.1 Clarify IBC/IRC separation requirement
  • . 1.2.2 Confirm setback between accessory buildings
  • . 1.2.3 Confirm maximum number of accessory buildings
  • * 1.3 Document height restrictions
  • * 1.4 Calculate current impervious cover and limits
  • * 1.5 Research requirements for structures with electrical/HVAC

2. Select Building Site

  • . 2.1 Survey backyard and identify candidate locations
  • . 2.2 Measure distances from property lines
  • . 2.3 Assess ground conditions at chosen site
  • . 2.4 Verify concrete truck access path
  • . 2.5 Document site selection

3. Checkpoint

  • . Review before permit application

4. Obtain Building Permit

  • . 4.1 Gather required documents
  • . 4.2 Submit building permit application
  • . 4.3 Respond to plan review comments
  • . 4.4 Receive permit approval

5. Obtain Electrical Permit

  • . 5.1 Determine electrical requirements
  • . 5.2 Submit electrical permit application
  • . 5.3 Receive electrical permit approval

6. Document Project Scope

  • . 6.1-6.5 Finalize scope documentation

7. Final Checkpoint

  • . Phase 1 complete - ready for Phase 2

Key Findings Summary

Zoning

  • District: SR (Suburban Residential)
  • Classification: Accessory Building
  • Not an ADU (no sleeping/kitchen/plumbing)

Setbacks

  • Interior side: 12 ft
  • Street side: 20 ft
  • Rear: 25 ft
  • From house: TBD (clarifying)

Size Limits

  • Max coverage: 20% of back yard
  • Back yard: ~6,600 sq ft
  • Max allowed: 1,320 sq ft
  • Available: 920 sq ft

Electrical/HVAC

  • Subpanel with 4-wire feeder
  • Local grounding electrode
  • Mini-split recommended
  • 60-100A typical capacity