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This is so neat! My best friend and I always built a new fort each summer and I've been wanting to build a modern adult version for awhile...now all I need is a house with a tree since I don't think my landlord would like it if I built one outside my apartment window.

Tree house links:

Interesting info and tips:
http://home.howstuffworks.com/treehouse.htm

Project book:
http://www.stilesdesigns.com/treehouses.html

Custom tree house company, $10-$20,000:
http://www.outdoorfunstore.com/treehouse.asp

NO image, but an article on the city getting involved:
http://query.nytimes.com/gst/fullpage.html?res=940DE2D61039F936A15751C0A96E948260

Pictures and materials to do it yourself:
http://www.diynetwork.com/diy/ca_playground/article/0,2041,DIY_13723_2270312,00.html

Uh, check out the location of the toilet:
http://www.costaricatreehouse.com/house_treeHouse.html

As usual, don't forget stuff like this:

"Depending on where you live and what type of tree house you want, you might need permission to build. Restrictions exist that limit height and distance from property lines. Usually permission is needed when your structure will overlook your neighbor's house. Talk to your neighbors as you start the design process. If they know what you're planning, they may be less likely to feel that you're invading their privacy.

If you're not sure what permits you might need or how to comply with building codes, talk to your local planning authorities or a contractor who is familiar with building houses -- they deal with these permits and codes every day."

http://home.howstuffworks.com/treehouse2.htm