They have been building a house diagonally across the road for some time. Well, at least the past year. And a year ago it was pretty well hidden behind a very leafy lemon tree. But as construction continued the house became a little taller. Chimney added to the largish flat roof and, more disturbingly, rebar protruding at intervals around the roof. So another storey is planned. Only one? Well, only one if the height of the chimney is anything to go by.
But actually in many Mediterranean countries the metal rods sticking out above the roof are quite common. Frequently the reason is the most obvious. Another storey is planned and initially there is not enough money to add it, but the rebar means that it is possible in the future. Or it is only contemplated but the option remains open.
And sometimes, in some places, rumour has it - but only in the past? Rebar on the roof was proof that a house was “unfinished” and therefore taxable at a lower rate.
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