House building plan

When you have decided that you want to have your dream home realised you will need to have a construction drawing made. One of the most important things is to have a construction drawing made. A construction drawing is a technical drawing of a building. It is needed when applying for an environmental permit. A construction drawing is also important for any kind of extension to an existing house. In this article, you will read all about the costs, what it entails and what the requirements are.

What are the construction drawing costs?

There are various construction projects for which you need a blueprint, such as when you want to (re)build your own house. Having a construction drawing made costs on average between £400 and £1,400, depending on the surface area of the room. See the table below for the prices of all the different construction projects.

What’s on a construction drawing?

A construction drawing always includes certain information by default. For example, there is standard information on it to make the drawing clear and understandable. When the following information is stated on the construction drawing, it is also suitable to submit for an environmental permit:

• Name of project
• Project number
• Scale
• Plat plan, cross-section and details
• Current and new situation
• Materials
• The location and address details of the owner (NAW)
• Date
• Signature of the person or agency designation that made the floor plan

When to have a blueprint made

When you want to have your house remodelled or design your own new house, it is necessary to have a blueprint made. This is because a construction drawing is often required to be able to submit a permit application. This is necessary when:

• Awell-being approval is required in your municipality
• Your house is listed as a monument
• There is asbestos somewhere in your house
• You are going to change the construction of your house
• The roof or the facade is going to be changed
• You are planning to build a house on an empty plot

Many people still choose to have a construction drawing drawn up even when no permit application is required. There are several reasons for this, you do this when:

• You would like to make your wishes clear in a clear document, it offers more overview.
• You want to be sure that you are legally strong in case a mistake is made in the construction.
• The blueprint is going to be used as a means of communication in the construction of your house.

Is an architect really necessary?

On the internet, there are many different articles and step-by-step plans on how to make a blueprint yourself. This is quite possible if you put in a lot of time and effort and understand construction and different materials. However, the municipality is more likely to approve an architect’s drawing. Self-made construction drawings are more likely to be questioned. These extra questions cost time and therefore money. Mainly, it is smart to hire an architect because they have a lot of experience and expertise and know exactly how to make optimal use of a space. With some renovations, architect costs can be saved: a construction drawing for a dormer window or window frames, for example, can usually be supplied as standard and therefore free of charge.

Lost construction drawing

When you want to renovate, you often need the floor plan of your house, and if you have lost it, it is annoying. Often it can still be found in the municipal archives, where you can easily request the original construction drawing of your existing house. It is best to go to the town hall yourself if you have an old house, if you have a modern house there is a good chance that the drawing can be found online. If this does not work, it is useful to contact the estate agent who sold the house. If both of these fail, there is no alternative but to have a new drawing made of your house.

What different types of building plans are there?

There are many different types of construction drawings. Below is a list of the most common ones. An architect has knowledge of all types of construction drawings and will determine which of these drawings best suits your renovation. Before you engage with an architect, request the cadastral data so that you are well prepared for the conversation. Take a look at the table to see the types of drawings and what they entail.

Tips for finding the right architect

An architect should match your living requirements and style, so that you can be more sure of a good end result. At the same time, he should carry out the work within your budget. How to make the best comparison between architects so that you minimise the cost of house design or remodelling? Check out the points below.

1. The portfolio: You can often find the portfolio on the architect’s website. Here you can view previous projects and get an impression of the architect’s work. Check whether the portfolio suits your needs.
2. Procedure: Does the architect offer the options you are looking for? Also check whether the architect specialises in certain living styles or projects.
3. Prices: Prices between architects can differ as indicated in the first price table in this article. Set a budget for yourself in advance and see if the architect can meet it. By comparing several quotes, you can see the prices and pick the best one for your project.
4. Guarantee scheme: What guarantee schemes does the architect offer? Many architects offer a customer satisfaction scheme. Are you not satisfied with the design? Then the architect will look for something that suits your taste perfectly.

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