A very adaptable cottage plan of 20' width that needs no interior beams or bearing walls. This allows the floor plan to be modified if needed.

A simple wood floor system can be built on a post & beam foundation or a continuous concrete crawlspace wall. A slab on grade foundation plan is also included. You choose the foundation plan sheet to include in your final drawings.

Additionally, two different roof system are included in the plans. Many people will choose a standard rafter system that provides for flat ceilings over the bedroom/bath area with an attic above. In the main living area the rafters and collar tie beams offer dramatic open ceilings. Click HERE for more information and some interior drawings.

For less expense and quicker construction you can use the manufactured truss roof system in any mix of flat, attic and scissors trusses. Again you choose the roof system sheets you want to include in your plans.

A cottage of this configuration built by a contractor might average $75 to $85 per SF of heated floor area. There are considerable regional differences in construction costs - check what simple buildings are costing in your area. Owner-managers can save 20%-35% and determined owner-builders as much as 50% of construction costs.

Your plans include complete construction details and are ready to submit to builders and the building department. You also have free reprinting rights. This means you can make as many copies as needed to build your project (but not to sell or give away). Since the plans are on 11x17 format you can do this at any local copy shop.

Also included is a booklet of additional information including:
• How to Read Plans
• How to Assemble and Modify your Plans
• Taking your Plans to the Building Department,
• Choosing the right foundation for your soil & climate
• Framing diagram and glossary of construction terms

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Price: $103.95       # Z009-A