What Does A House Plan Include?

Our construction plans are detailed, clear and concise.  All plans are designed by Bryan & Associates Inc., each plan is designed to meet one of the nationally recognized building codes (the Uniformed Building Code, Standard Building Code or Basic Building Code) at the time they were drawn.

The plans for most home designs include the following elements, but the presentation of these elements may vary depending on the size and complexity of the home.  The basic set includes:

• A-1 & A-2 Detailed Floor Plans - show the placement of interior walls and the dimensions of the rooms, doors, windows, stairways, etc., of each level of the house.  These plans will also detail recommended locations for electrical outlets, switches, etc.
• A-3 Exterior Elevations - show the front, rear and sides of the house including exterior materials, details and measurements.
• A-4 Roof Plan and Building Section - show slope, pitch and location of dormers, gables and other roof elements, including clerestory windows and skylights. These details may be shown on the elevation sheet or on a separate diagram. Note: if trusses are used, we suggest using a local truss manufacturer to design your trusses to comply with local codes and regulations. The building section shows the details of the house as though it were cut in slices from the roof to the foundation.
• A-5 Interior Elevations - show the specific details of cabinets (kitchen, bathroom, and utility room), fireplaces, build-in units, and other special interior features, depending on the nature and complexity of the item.
• A-6 Details - includes information about wall sections, mouldings, wall sections not shown in interior elevations.
• A-7 Foundation Plans - include drawings for a standard, daylight or partial basement, crawlspace, pole, pier, or slab foundation.  All necessary notations and dimensions are included.
• A-8 Structural Details - provide general instructions and information regarding structure, excavating and grading, masonry and concrete work, carpentry and wood, thermal and moisture protection, and specifications about drywall, tile, flooring, glazing, caulking and sealants.

  What's Not Included

• Heating and plumbing plans
• Material quantity lists
• Framing, foundation and roof plan pages are not fully engineered working drawings. 

A local contractor, architect, or engineer must be consulted.

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