Browse Forums Building A New House 1 Jan 23, 2008 5:14 am I'm going to be the general contractor on my home. Have the floor plans and elevation views drawn up ready to give to the architect. How much detail is necessary to give to the subs - I know house plans can vary a lot in the detail provided. I know some subs can work off general sets of plans. Please advise on how much detail is typically required. What of the following do I need - what is missing?
Foundation Plan Basement Floor Plan 1st Floor Plan 2nd Floor Plan Roof Plan – Plan View Elevation Views – Front, Back, Sides Structure Detail Schedules -Floor Joist, Ceiling Joists, Header, Concrete Wall, Column Window/Door Schedule Cabinet Plan Electrical Plan HVAC Plan John Re: House Plans- How Much Detail 2Jan 23, 2008 6:37 pm The simple answer is to give them as much information as possible.
The subbies on site won't be reading through your contract everyday - they will however refer to your drawings constantly as the main point of reference. My theory is you can never supply too much information. If something is constructed / installed differently to what you had envisaged or you disagree with you subbies - your drawings will be vital. If something is not on the plans then it could cause all sorts of problems. I have a feeling this may not be exactly what you are asking about. In terms of the drawings you've listed, it looks like you've covered most drawings - The structural drawings will have to meet minimum requirements to get passed by the certifiers - The architectural / electrical / cabinetry drawings are where you need to be careful.... It's all your subbies will have to go by. Really tight at the top of the stairs- how to get furniture into those rooms? Study books - does anyone really use them these days? Large storage closet would be more functional. 2 6884 I thought this would be a popular question but I haven't been able to find any similar posts. Perhaps I'm wording my searches wrong? When you have car insurance and the… 0 6615 Ask the council if there is a chance of getting build over easement exemption. Sometimes easements are unused and 24cm is not all that much. Good luck. And yes any builder… 2 13771 |