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Backyard Cottages and Garage Apartments are Gaining in Popularity

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Building a separate apartment unit over the garage or adding a small cottage on a single family property is becoming a popular concept, but it is certainly not a new idea. Regardless of the many names associated with the concept: granny flats, backyard cottages, in-law units, carriage houses, or multi-generational homes, the idea is the same. Included with the main residence, a separate, self-sustained and complete living unit either attached or...

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Welcome to The House Plan Company!

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This website has been a long time dream come true for the team of The House Plan Company.

Here is what we believe and know:

We believe in the need to put people back into the process of selecting your dream home. We know that people searching for house plans are frustrated, overwhelmed, and can’t find what they are looking for. We know it will be a fun process. We believe in providing you with search results for the plans that best reflect what you’ve asked to see, not the ones whose placements are pushed. We know that we’ve created a co-operative place for the home plan...
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The Customization Process

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So you've found that almost perfect design, and find yourself saying, "if only". Whether it's changing the size of a room, adding space or features, or moving things around, we can help you take that almost perfect design and make it perfect for you.

It's exciting to create a plan to fit your exact needs and wants whether it's your home, garage or even a potential investment property.

When you locate your plan, select the "Get Started" button located on the plan detail page. Here you will be able to share with us the changes to the interior and/or the exterior of the design...

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Plan Packages Explained

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Ready to purchase plans and unsure which construction package to choose? We hope the following can help you decide.

1 Set Study Package

This is a single set of prints will allow you to completely review the plan, get accurate quotes for construction costs, and contemplate custom design changes you may wish to make. Study sets are marked Not For Construction and without the license necessary to legally build the home. Don't worry though, we allow a 100% upgrade credit towards a buildable licensed construction package within one year of your 1 Set Study Package purchase.

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What You Need to Know About Purchasing Plans

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You are about to embark on an exciting process, enjoy it!

Here is what you need to know about purchasing house plans from HPC:

Each designer and architect plans are created with their own unique style and content. Please be sure to read the "What's in the Plans" tab, and if you don't see what you are looking for, be sure to give us a call.
The house plans are not engineered. Check with the building department where the structure is being constructed to find out if an engineers review is required. We can help facilitate engineering for your plan if you are unable to find...
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How to Evaluate a Plan

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When looking at plans, most often it's the exterior profile that will first grab your attention. You love the exterior, it's exactly what you envisioned, but what about the inside of the design? It's important to spend some time and digest the design's interior elements. Here are a few considerations to think about when evaluating if this is the right plan for you.

First off, think about how you live in your home. Do you or your family prefer to have one or two places to gather all together, or do you prefer to have more private places within your home. Consider how you move through...
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