What is Included:
- Exterior Elevations - Drawings of the front, rear, left, and right sides of the house, and suggest materials for the structure and detail work.
- Birds Eye View of the Roof: Drawing of roof form indicating slopes, roof overhangs and special roof structures and their locations.
- Foundation Plans - Only a crawl foundation is included with each plan. Drawing is designed with concrete block foundation walls, required footings and internal girder and pier locations.
- Foundation plans are not site specific to soil and typographic. A licensed structural engineer may be required at the homeowner’s expense.
- Drawings for a basement or slab may be requested at an additional charge. Contact us for a quote on these drawings.
- Dimensioned Floor Plans - Drawings for each floor of the house are shown in detail. The position and dimensions of floors, walls, windows, staircases, built-in and alike are clearly indicated. Any needed structural members are called out and dimensioned.
- Typical Framing and/or Wall Sections - These section details show foundation sections (shown on foundation plan), roof framing and cornice details, wall and room sections where required and any other detail work specifically for that plan.
- Square Footage - Square footage is detailed on the Main Level Floor Plan notes. Square footage is calculated to the outside of the home's exterior materials; such as to the outside of the brick on a brick exterior wall. All wall thickness is included in the calculation of interior spaces.
What is NOT Included:
- Electrical, Heating and Plumbing Plans - These plans should be supplied by local subcontractors. If you have requested a slab foundation, a plumbing plan for the main level will be provided.
- Interior Elevations - These detailed drawings of cabinets, fireplaces, columns, other built-in units, or suggested trim profiles should be discussed and designed with your supplier or carpenter.
- Material Quantity Lists - Due to variations in materials and suppliers used across the country, you need to obtain these lists from your contractor or the local building materials supplier. They will provide specific information on the exact materials that will be used for your home build.
Architectural and Engineering Seals – Some cities and states require a state-licensed architect or structural engineer to review and stamp, or officially approve, Construction Drawings/Documents. Contact your local building official to find out if such a review is required. If so, contact an architect or structural engineer in your area for such requirements. This could accrue additional cost at the expense of the homeowner.
Building Codes and Requirements – Our plans are designed to meet national building standards from the year in which they were drawn, due to varying interpretations and changes in local code requirements, we cannot warrant compliance with any specific building codes and ordinances. Our plans are intended to indicate design intent and basic construction detailing.
Your local builder or an engineer should review the plan you choose and ensure that it complies with all applicable building codes, local conditions and building site. We are not responsible for any revisions or interpretations made by third parties involved in the construction of your home.
