Welcome to Collins Hell...How We Learned about over 40 State Code Violations
or as we call it, Residing in Portland, CT!
Nothing like a little ice on the driveway!
Here's what's great about our site... We NAME NAMES!!!  
If you're thinking of buying, moving, or building in Portland, CT
Let's find out more about....



  • The Unlicensed Builder - David Fugge, Jr.   David Fugge,
    Jr.  also uses the name of Modern Restoration, LLC

  • Pitfalls of the Dual Agency Realtor - and who was the
    realtor?  Louise Feldman of LaMalfa Realty.
               **COMING SOON - READ THE MLS LISTING AND
                  SEE THE SO-CALLED FLOOR PLANS**


  • Independent Inspector - This is very important and could
    save a lot of headaches and money in the long run!  We
    were told that an independent inspection before the CO
    would be a "waste of money" and that the "CO couldn't be
    issued unless everything was right"  Always remember,
    your realtor may not be your friend.  

  • "The State won't help you" THINK AGAIN!!  Who told us the
    state wouldn't help?  Former Selectman, Ed Kalinowski
    and Portland Building Official, Stephen Giarratana.  I
    guess they may have been mistaken.




"Life doesn't come with instructions."  Honey, ain't it the truth!

While we may not be sure who said that, I'm thinking they may have been
buying or building a home when they said it.  I don't think anyone goes into
buying or building a home only to find out that there are over
40, YES 40,
documented Connecticut State Building Code violations.  

Welcome to the story of a couple's dream house in a fantastic neighborhood
that turned into a living, breathing, all consuming nightmare that has been
haunting them since May, 2003.

We'd like to share our experiences and opinions with anyone thinking of
building or buying a home in Portland, CT.  The majority of documentation on
our site is public record that can be viewed by visiting the Portland Town Hall.  
Just beware, oh those of faint heart.  We found them to be a feisty bunch that
sucked out a little bit of our souls each visit.
 

Sure, living next to Quarry Ridge is lovely - we just didn't know we'd be the
recipients of the fairways runoff.  Yes....THERE'S VIDEO!!!!  


While our story may not be for everyone, we sincerely hope that you'll be
entertained and educated at the same time.  Remember kids, it's all in the
learnin!

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Welcome to Collins Hell...How We Learned about over 40 State Code Violations
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