Every time I think I’m closer to building, a new step to the process presents itself. I got the final plans last week. Submitted them and all of the paperwork for the permit for review. The review will take 2+/- weeks to review with comments back for needed updates. Feeling once again that this is …
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Another Set of Preliminary Drawings
I got ANOTHER set of “Preliminary Drawings” from the builder. I don’t know how many different preliminary drawings I’m going to get. These have a 3D diagram of the house (below), foundation plan, floor and attic plan, sheer wall, electrical layout and energy information, cross sections, etc. To me, it seems pretty close to permit …
Off to Engineering and Permit Ready Plans
As of Friday, September 6th, the new plans have been sent off for engineering and permit set. This will take about 4 weeks (maybe less, but hopefully no longer than that). There are some minor changes to these plans as well. Add utility sink in garage (was already on the list, just chose the location, …
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Design Approved!
My new floorplan has been approved by the Architectural Committee with NO conditions! One more baby step done. I also got the updated Preliminary plans and will **hopefully** finalize those tomorrow. That will be another baby step. After this will be ordering permit-ready plans and engineering.
Contract Signed
It’s official, it’s in writing with blood, tears and some cash. I’m officially in contract with my builder for my new home! There are 5 phases to designing a home: Schematic Design – In my case, this was an approved concept. Design Development – Documenting all the updates desired for the concept plan. Completion of …
(Pre) Preliminary Plans DONE!
The final plan choice is done and I received Preliminary Plans from Lexar Homes. These are brand spankin’ new, so they are not on their website yet, but they will be part of the John Paul Collection soon. Lexar has two categories of plans: Signature and John Paul (special architect). It’s like Toyota vs Lexus …
And Then There Was One
I’ve narrowed my choice down to one builder. They are an on-your-lot builder. I actually had them on my list over 8 months ago but crossed them off for a few reasons. At the time, they did not have a floor plan that would work with my purchase lot. The customer must do all the …
Time Keeps on Slippin’
Time keeps on slippin’, slippin’, slippin’ Into the future Time keeps on slippin’, slippin’, slippin’ Into the future I want a home on the bluff, View of the sea Stand like a fir tree Let my new home anchor me… The weeks just keep ticking on by. I got basic pricing from the local custom …
Shed & Builder Update
I got my shed delivered this week! Buildings 200 square feet or less do not need a permit, so I purchased a 10 x 20 shed. I added full height walls with a barn roof giving me added height. It has two lofts inside for storage as well. My belongings are in two 10 x …
Buying Plans
Lesson of the week – I found plans online months ago, fell in love and found a builder who told me he could build it within my budget. I had them modified to my dream home at the cost of $4100 plus $1700 for engineering (apparently beams are expensive). What you are SUPPOSED to do …
Carrie's Building Journey 