A set of permit-ready construction plans includes everything homeowners need to obtain permitting and building approval for new home builds, renovations, additions, or other residential construction projects, though homeowners may be unfamiliar with exactly what’s required by these plans.

We can send you fully complete plans after you approve the designs, including a detailed site plan, demolition plan, floor plan, foundation plan, and more. Permit-ready construction plans also include locations for mechanical placements and detail all structural components. Plans show where the house will sit on a lot, whether road access is needed, confirm compliance with all building and zoning regulations, and provide a clear floor plan so homeowners can visualize the final product.

For the permit-ready plans you need for residential construction, call Phase One today at 803-404-7168.

What’s in Permit-Ready Construction Plans?

Permit-ready construction plans contain all the information localities need to approve building plans and give permits. We can create a complete set of permit-ready plans for your builder when designing and planning your new residential construction project.

Site Plan

The site plan shows property lines, the location of the new structure on the property, and utility locations. The site plan details land development requirements, such as adding utilities or providing roadway access. It also identifies any trees or landscaping that must be removed or added back after construction is complete.

Elevations

An elevation plan shows the structure’s outline from the front, rear, side, and interior. It helps with visualization, letting clients see the dimensions and scale of the build more clearly. Elevation plans show what your new build will look like from a specific angle, offering a better perspective.

Floor Plan

We will also prepare a fully dimensioned floor plan that details the structure’s layout and flow. The floor plan shows the location of each room in the house relative to the others, offering a bird’s-eye view of each level of the home.

Foundation Plan

A foundation plan is a mandatory part of permit-ready construction plans. These plans will detail the foundation’s size, shape, and materials, as well as reinforcement, foundation walls, and drainage systems.

The foundation plan must also include information on any basement or crawlspace areas.

Structural Details

Permit-ready plans must contain structural details about the build, including load-bearing walls, framing styles, and load calculations. Accurate calculations are mandatory to ensure permit approval.

Demolition Plan

If you are adding an addition or renovating an existing structure, you must also submit a demolition plan when seeking permits.

Mechanical Placements Plans

Permits are required for all major electric, HVAC, plumbing, and gas work, and you must submit mechanical placement plans to get permit approval. These plans will show where utility access points and lines will be located.

We can strategically install electrical, HVAC, and plumbing systems so they are easy to access for future repair or replacement.

How Do You Get Permit-Ready Construction Plans?

Getting permit-ready plans is an involved process, and Phase One can help you navigate it as you plan your residential construction project.

Start with a Construction Consult

To begin designing the house and eventfully provide permit-ready plans, we must first have a Phase One “Construction Consult” at the building site. This is a crucial first step that lets us consider obvious land restrictions or zoning limitations before drafting plans.

Refine Plans

Initial drafts of house plans aren’t permit-ready, as they aren’t fully engineered or set in stone. Refining house plans takes time, and homeowners should never rush the process. Feel free to send your notes and changes you’d like to see, and we can make the edits you want.

Approve Plans

The final step is approving the code-compliant residential construction plans we have created for you, and giving them your seal of approval before your contractor can use them to get permits. You shouldn’t feel pressured or rushed to approve final plans; do so only when you are fully satisfied.

FAQs About Permit-Ready Construction Plans

How Long Does it Take to Complete Permit-Ready Construction Plans?

It may take as little as 2 months for us to finalize permit-ready construction plans for new home builds, renovations, and additions, though clients can take as long as they need to approve them.

Do I Get to Approve Permit-Ready Construction Plans?

Construction plans aren’t permit-ready until the homeowner has approved them. You get the final say on all features and elements, provided they are zoning- and code-compliant.

Why Do I Need Permit-Ready Construction Plans?

You cannot obtain permitting approval without the appropriate construction plans, so you cannot start construction at all before getting them.

How Will I Get Permit-Ready Construction Plans?

We can send you the final permit-ready construction plans after you approve them, in both physical and digital formats. You get multiple copies so you can share them with your contractor, who can use them to get all the required permits.

What Else is in Permit-Ready Construction Plans?

Permit-ready construction plans will also include general information about the project, such as the size of the build, the anticipated timeline, and energy compliance details. Your area likely has specific rules for what must be included in permit-ready construction plans, and Phase One can keep that in mind when designing your new build.

What if Construction Plans Aren’t Permit-Ready?

If your contractor submits incomplete or inaccurate construction plans, permit requests may be denied, delaying construction on your new build and possibly putting you over budget.

Who Creates Permit-Ready Construction Plans?

Having our experienced architectural designers create your permit-ready construction plans helps ensure they are up to code and contain all the necessary information for your contractor to get building approval and break ground.

Call Phase One to Plan a New Custom Home

Call Phase One at 803-404-7168 to start planning and designing your residential construction project today.