Each plan set typically includes the following:

• FLOOR PLAN(S): At ¼" scale, showing all dimensions, window and door locations, laminated beams, columns, floor materials, ceiling heights, fireplace size, and specifications. Includes a window and door schedule.
• FOUNDATION PLAN: Dimensioned plan detailing the layout and construction of the foundation.
• EXTERIOR ELEVATIONS: The front, rear, and side elevations of the house as drawn. Shows placement of doors & windows on exterior of the house, as well as roof pitches, ridge heights, and locations of chimney, exterior vents, etc. The elevations show the positioning of the final grade of the lot, exterior finishes, and other details that are necessary to give the home exterior architectural styling.
• ROOF LAYOUT: Dimensioned bird's-eye view of the roof showing the elements that make up the roof, including notation of spacing and schematics of peaks and valleys.
• ELECTRICAL PLAN: Specifications, notes, schedules, and layout defining the location of lighting fixtures, receptacles, switches, outlets, etc.
• INTERIOR ELEVATIONS: Includes cabinet details, columns, and walls with unique conditions.
• BUILDING SECTIONS AND SPECIFICATIONS: Explain certain special conditions more appropriately. A cross section is basically a view of the home (or parts of the home) if it were sliced down the center. These details can be helpful for the contractor.

These items are NOT included:

• Architectural or Engineering Stamp - handled locally if required.
• Site Plan - handled locally when required.
• Mechanical Drawings (location of heating and air equipment and ductwork) - your subcontractors handle this.
• Plumbing Drawings (drawings showing the actual plumbing pipe sizes and locations) - your subcontractors handle this.
• Energy calculations - handled locally when required.