[Italfranco1]

Thanks for all the advice. I'm going to do exactly what the Pompeii 42' specs call for. I'm going to pour a concrete foundation that's 77' x 86'. That's what I have room for so that's what I'll go with.

I'm also going to pour it 6' thick to be on the safe side.

I love the dome look that shows the exposed brick work. Is it mandatory for it to be insulated in order to achieve the proper heat or can it be left at the stage where the dome bricks are showing.

Also, do I need permits or a fire inspector to come out to o.k. the space since it's my backyard I can go ahead and build this. I'm hoping I don't have to get permits because my only fear would be being told that the space is a little tight. Any thoughts? Thx.