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requirements by warranty programs for new houses. Readers should consult their local building departments about requirements and procedures. It is important to schedule inspections to avoid lengthy delays. Determine exactly what work must be completed and how much notice is required prior to calling for a particular inspection. Understand the local requirements and plan ahead so that administrative aspects and delays do not interfere with construction.
Drawings, Financing and Permits
Arrange for access to the site and temporary power during this stage.
Site Planning
PLANNING AND DESIGN A house is best designed for a specific building site. House size, the number and height of floors, the location and size of rooms and the type of heating system are planned early in the design process. These initial plans can be revised as more information is obtained and as the design becomes more detailed. The project cost should be checked as the design evolves to ensure that the desired features fit the budget. This section provides a brief overview of the planning and design of a house and things that should be considered and perhaps adjusted as the design progresses. Frequent communication with the local building department will help to ensure the evolving design meets building code and local requirements. 3
Plan for the time required to complete the design and drawings; and to estimate costs, arrange for financing and obtain a building permit.
Carefully plan to ensure the house is well situated in relation to property lines, road access, sunshine and shading, trees and other natural features. Establish the house elevation to accommodate storm and wastewater disposal and site drainage (Figure 3). Check with the building department for requirements for foundation drainage and basement plumbing. Avoid leading water from roofs and driveways into the foundation drainage system or onto neighbouring properties. Drain this water away from the house to a storm drain or, where none is provided, to a drainage ditch. Use gravity drainage for foundations, waste water and sewage wherever possible.
Site drainage catch basin
perimeter drain tile storm sewer Surface drainage to the street
Surface drainage to the street and catch basin
Drawings, Financing and Permits
Arrange for access to the site and temporary power during this stage.
Site Planning
PLANNING AND DESIGN A house is best designed for a specific building site. House size, the number and height of floors, the location and size of rooms and the type of heating system are planned early in the design process. These initial plans can be revised as more information is obtained and as the design becomes more detailed. The project cost should be checked as the design evolves to ensure that the desired features fit the budget. This section provides a brief overview of the planning and design of a house and things that should be considered and perhaps adjusted as the design progresses. Frequent communication with the local building department will help to ensure the evolving design meets building code and local requirements. 3
Plan for the time required to complete the design and drawings; and to estimate costs, arrange for financing and obtain a building permit.
Carefully plan to ensure the house is well situated in relation to property lines, road access, sunshine and shading, trees and other natural features. Establish the house elevation to accommodate storm and wastewater disposal and site drainage (Figure 3). Check with the building department for requirements for foundation drainage and basement plumbing. Avoid leading water from roofs and driveways into the foundation drainage system or onto neighbouring properties. Drain this water away from the house to a storm drain or, where none is provided, to a drainage ditch. Use gravity drainage for foundations, waste water and sewage wherever possible.
Site drainage catch basin
perimeter drain tile storm sewer Surface drainage to the street
Surface drainage to the street and catch basin
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