Log and Timber Home Plans: What is included, and what do I get for my money?
We work with individuals and companies to provide home plans permitting, conceptual design, architectural review for subdivision or estate regulations, etc.
Our standard residential home breakdown is included below. Keep in mind, this plan is using log construction, so omit those pages if you are building a conventional home. Our cut sheets can sometimes run 4-5 pages, and details will vary from job to job. A standard page count will run from 12-30 pages and will contain a wealth of information for builders, planners and permitting personnel alike.
Each home plan has a coversheet for protection and to provide a quick reference for the builder to find specific pages in the design. It also includes general notes for the project and a map to the build location.
Our foundation plans are made as simple as possible for the builder to use and have easy reference for error checking on the job-site. We include the footings, perimeter walls, all piers and point loads where necessary, as well as a diagonal distance to aid in the precise placement of the homes foundation walls.
Each home plan has a coversheet for protection and to provide a quick reference for the builder to find specific pages in the design. It also includes general notes for the project and a map to the build location.
Each page of this section show the home layout. Each level of the home will be detailed with dimensions for proper placements of interior walls, doors, windows and details to aid in construction.
The roof plan shows an overhead view of the roof, overhangs, and details necessary for the full build.
The plan shows an exterior view of the front, left, rear and right of the home, with notes and details to show materials, roof pitch, etc.
This shows important areas of the home as it pertains to construction. Areas of the house that require special attention will be called out in these views of the home.
All of the timber-framed structure will be shown in these pages. This will include subfloor framing, main floor framing, second-floor framing, and roof framing when applicable.
Specific details from individual areas of the plans will be called out on these pages.
Very Important!
Our plans can be used “as is” in many locations. That said, your local building department may have additional requirements and specifications for your area. Some of these requirements, including structural engineering, soil engineering, and may require additional engineering.
The typical set of plans does not include plumbing or HVAC specifications. Suggested electrical can be added if requested. These elements are typically obtained through your contractor, builder, or local providers.
All home designs from Custom Timber Log Homes are intended to fit in with local codes when and where the first house was developed unless a custom home or package is purchased. Detail pages will vary from 3+ pages.