Your plans, or Construction Documents package, will arrive in 5 to 6 weeks.
You are purchasing a license to build one structure, one time. Our drawings are very complete and include the information needed by a qualified contractor to build the home. The Construction Documents includes the following: Foundation Plan, Floor Plans, Framing Plans, Building Sections, Wall Section, Details, Exterior Elevations, Lighting Plans, Outline Specifications, Window and Door Schedules.
The Building Sections in the Construction Documents set of drawings describe the spirit and intent of the interior by revealing what is beyond the location where the section through the building is cut. You may request additional Interior Elevations of specific rooms for an added cost. Please give us a call to discuss your scope of work and related fees.
Yes, the very nature of building a modest house is a sustainable way of thinking. The architectural spaces represented by PLHC designs are conceived with duality of purpose and efficiency in mind. If you wish, you may purchase an Extended Outline Specification with your PLHC Construction Documents which defines product specific items that may be integrated to enhance the overall sustainability of the PLHC plans you are purchasing.
Our designs take advantage of small areas often ignored because of compromised headroom. Secondary spaces such as closets, mechanical areas and powder rooms are tucked under stairs and sloped ceilings while the primary rooms benefit from open plans and taller ceilings.
No. As is the case with all stock plans, our Construction Documents are not stamped and approved for your specific site and permit requirements. Our license agreement requires you have a structural engineer review the drawings to make sure they comply with your local building codes and conditions relevant to your site, including height restrictions, CCRs, set backs, etc.
You may customize your home by taking your Construction Documents to a designer, architect or engineer in your area. You may need to hire a designer, architect or engineer to verify that your Construction Document package adheres to local zoning and building codes including structural requirements such as snow loads, seismic and wind resistance. This is a good time to discuss any modifications.
Perfect Little House Company is a service of BC&J Architecture, Planning and Construction Management, PS. The cost savings advantage of stock designs is diminished when one makes large scale modifications; however, minor modifications are welcome and will be serviced by BC&J on an hourly basis.
If you prefer a custom home, we encourage you to visit the custom residential work of BC&J Architecture, Planning and Construction Management.
Through the American Institute of Architects www.aia.org you will be able to find the names of architects working in your area. Also, your local trade organization of builders or your building supply center may have suggestions.
Without knowledge of your specific site, local conditions, or the intended quality of finish materials, it is difficult to provide an estimate. Competition and contractor availability also varies throughout the country and will have an impact on your cost per square foot. It is important that you ascertain your areas typical rates by talking to local contractors.