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Montrose, CO 81401 Houseshare available ~ $600/month

Description: Semi-private efficiency-type space with shared use of Heavenly Heat (medical detox) Sauna. I would like to share the downstairs of my home with someone (one adult only) aware of MCS / EI that is fragrance-free. Located in Montrose, a small city of about 20,000, about one hour from the majestic mountains of Telluride. But down in the valley, opening up to the desert, so it’s quite a bit warmer, lower in elevation, and longer, warmer summers. But still close enough to the mountains to enjoy them.

I chose this area to live for the clean air and clean water; and less mold issues in the arid West than east of the Rockies. The space is a very bright, very clean, walk-out basement, with plenty of windows, southern sun and natural light. One large living room; and separate bedroom with closet.

Has a full bath, and simple kitchenette amenities: microwave, toaster oven, full size fridge, 2 burner electric cooktop. It is a semi-private living area, with a private entrance. (Semi-private because the only sharing is the laundry room. Otherwise the whole downstairs is separate / private.)

Most significantly: Will happily share the use of my Heavenly Heat Sauna, for someone that would like to jump-start his or her recovery with this wonderful, therapeutic support. Using it has made a huge difference in my health. I would LOVE to be able to share this powerful benefit with someone.

The home is not built specifically ‘non-toxic’ …but I can say: After looking at and being in (literally) about 100 homes over the past 3 years, as I’ve been on a quest for healthier housing, in many different parts of the country, this is one of the cleanest, most healthy-feeling, most comfortable homes I’ve been in. It can be rented furnished or unfurnished – your choice.

Wired Broadband provided. No wi-fi / wireless. (I am EMF sensitive, but still use a cell phone occasionally, so the space is not completely EMF-free.)

No pets, no smoking.

May not be appropriate for someone with severe MCS/EI. But for the average ‘canary’ (if there’s such a thing) those with the seemingly most common and moderate level reaction issues, who can still function fairly normally, it would probably be great.

Mature, responsible, financially stable, healthy life-style and environmentally conscious only, please.

Send some info about yourself if you are interested, and let’s see if it might be a match. I can send more details about the house, too. (If it takes me a few days or even a week to reply, it doesn’t mean I’m not interested. Just that I’m quite busy.)

With Empathy…If this isn’t a good option for you, sincere best wishes in finding a wonderful safe home I know how hard it can be for some of us sensitive-ones. May you find just what you need…quickly and easily.

Bedrooms: 1
Bathrooms: 1
Square feet: ~500
Lot size: normal city lot
Date Available: Immediately

Monthly rent: $600

Contact Information: E-mail K. Davis at divinelight@123mail.org.

Basic description: The space is a very bright, very clean, walk-out basement, with plenty of windows, southern sun and natural light. One large living room; and separate bedroom with closet. Has a full bath, and simple kitchenette amenities: microwave, toaster oven, full size fridge, 2 burner electric cooktop. It is a semi-private living area, with a private entrance. (Semi-private because the only sharing is the laundry room. Otherwise the whole downstairs is separate / private.)

Building Materials/Indoor Air Quality
The home is not built specifically ‘non-toxic’ but I can say: After looking at and being in (literally) about 100 homes over the past 3 years, as I’ve been on a quest for healthier housing, in many different parts of the country, this is one of the cleanest, most healthy-feeling, most comfortable homes I’ve been in. I am renting so don’t know the answers to most of these questions. But I can tell from how it feels to be in the house that it’s safe for me.

Age of house: About 14 years old.
Construction: Standard construction.
Passive solar design features: Good southern light.
Moisture barrier installed over the slab: Don’t know.
Exterior building materials: Don’t know.
Roofing materials: ? Probably composite.
Insulation materials: Probably standard.
Are the walls foiled?: Don’t know.
Wood detailing: Not much.
Wood sealants used: Don’t know.
Flooring: Mostly carpet.
Carpet: Probably 14 years old; very clean.
HVAC: None.
Whole house air filter: No.
Whole house vacuum: No.
Sauna? Heavenly Heat 2009
Dates of past repairs/renovations: Don’t know.

Utilities and Major Appliances
Heating system: Natural gas, hot water radiant baseboard heat. Gas tank located in utility room
Cooling system: Evaporative cooler.
Appliances? Electric.
Did the house ever sit empty for any length of time? Not that I know of.

Electromagnetic Fields
I don’t know the answers to any of these. I’m mildly EMF sensitive and it’s not a problem for me.

Unshielded electrical wiring: Don’t know.
Dimmers and 3-way switches:Don’t know.
High voltage and above ground power lines: Don’t know.
Neighbors with WiFi: Don’t know.
WiMax installed or planned for area in near future: Don’t know.
Smart Meter on site or planned in near future: Don’t know.
Cell/microwave towers nearby and/or planned for near future: Don’t know.
Other wireless technology being used nearby or planned for near future: Don’t know.
Located under an airport flight path: Don’t know.
Have others with electromagnetic sensitivities healed in this house? Don’t know.
Have others with electromagnetic sensitivities done poorly in this house? Don’t know.

Mold
Is the property graded, are French drains, swales or other features used to wick away rainwater? Don’t know.
Are there plantings or berms around the perimeter of the home? No.
On-slab foundation, crawlspace or basement? Basement.
Exhaust fans in bathrooms, kitchen, and other high-humidity locations? Yes.
Whole house dehumidifier? No.
Other mold-reducing features: Located in arid western Colorado.
Is there a history of water damage? No, to the best of my knowledge.
Have there ever been roof or plumbing leaks: Don’t know.
Was mold remediation ever completed in your home? Don’t believe so.
To the best of your knowledge, is there currently high levels of mold or existence of allergenic, pathogenic, or toxigenic molds in the home? No.

Allergies
Pets that have lived in the house: Don’t know.
Known vermin infestations: No.
Homestead animals: No.
Local flora that might be a problem (e.g., juniper, pine, cedar, etc.) and worst times of year for pollen counts: Not much.

Other potential toxic exposures
Were pesticides ever used in the house, or outside the house and around the property, by you or by former owners? Don’t know.
Has a pet that was treated with Frontline, wore a flea collar, or had other pesticides applied to it ever lived or entered the home? Don’t know.
Has the home site been checked for radon and other potentially hazardous elements? Don’t know.
Is the house currently fragrance free, and has it always been? Don’t know if it’s always been, but it’s very fragrance free now.
Is the house currently smoke free, and has it always been? Don’t know.
Has the house or any neighbors’ homes in a three block radius ever been used as a methamphetamine (“meth”) lab? Don’t know.
Has ozone every been used in the home to try to remove odors/chemicals/mold? Don’t know.
Garage: Attached.

General
Do you or your MCS partner tolerate the home yourself? Yes.
How long have you lived in the home? Will be moving in soon.
May I talk to a former tenant to see how they felt about living in the house? n/a
Why are you renting the house? Want to share with a housemate.
Who are the closest neighbors and what are their potentially MCS-triggering habits? Don’t know. Normal city neighborhood.
Are the neighbors MCS aware/compassionate/friendly? Hopefully.

Due to the nature of the illness, potential MCS renters will need to stay in a home overnight, or for an extended period, before committing to a long-term lease. Doing so puts the homeowner at risk for potential contamination of the space. Are you willing to do this? Possibly. Will discuss details.

Disallowed personal care products: Mostly just fragrance stuff.

House rules: Remove shoes in house to protect flooring.