Drive-Under Garage Apartment Plan 40896 has a total of 876 square feet of living space and 422 square feet of garage space. The upper level consists of a one-bedroom apartment, and the ground floor would make a great office space. Drive-under parking is available for 2 vehicles, and the parking space is 22 feet wide by 18 feet deep. This narrow-lot garage apartment plan is an excellent option for a detached garage plus living space.
Drive-Under Garage Apartment Plan With Optional Office
Homeowners will build this plan for a number of reasons. Firstly, the design is a good option for rental income. The upper-level apartment is autonomous from the ground level. For example, you can only access the upper level via the outside staircase. This arrangement allows your guests to access the apartment, yet your property remains safely undisturbed in the garage. Consequently, your tenants have private living space, and you have the option to use the main floor bedroom as a second rental or as your office.
Secondly, the detached garage is a great expansion for storage. Several different types of businesses require storage space whether it's "for sale" signs or building materials. Choose Drive-Under Garage Apartment Plan 40896 and keep those pricy materials on your property for quick access. Plus, storing equipment in your own building will save money verses renting a storage unit. Thirdly, homeowners like the narrow footprint of this contemporary design. For its size, it packs a great value!
Open Living Space and Great Deck
Drive-Under Garage Apartment Plan 40896 has a total of 876 square feet of living space. One bedroom and one full bathroom are located upstairs. The bedroom is a good size at 12' wide by 11' deep, and it has a walk-in closet. The full bathroom includes a linen closet and tub/shower combination. The floor plan is designed to maximize comfort in the living area. For example, the sink and refrigerator are pushed up against the left wall, and a large kitchen island adds seating and prep space. Even with a few guests, everyone has enough elbow room to be comfortable in the open living space.
In addition, an overflow of guests will enjoy spending time on the deck outside. Finish the decking and garage door with a rich color wood stain, and paint the walls in a soft gray for a contemporary aesthetic. Metal railing on the staircase and deck adds to the industrial vibe of this design. Lastly, we love the angled roof and the floor-to-ceiling windows which enhance the upper-level apartment.
What's Included?
Plans include
a: Floor Plans: House plan drawings indicating dimensions for construction
b: Roof Plan: Drawings indicating roof slopes and unique conditions
c: Exterior Elevations: Drawings showing appearance and the types of materials used for the exterior finish
d: Building Sections: Drawings cut through important locations in the structure
e: Construction Details: Drawings showing specific construction of building elements at a large scale
f: Kitchen and bath elevations
g: Electrical Plans: Basic electrical layout (suggested locations of fixtures, switches and outlets)
h: Foundation Plan: Dimensioned drawings describing specific foundation conditions for the structure CRAWLSPACE
Plans are sent in AutoCAD 2000 format
Modifications
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Q & A
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Previous Q & A
Q:Why do the rafters span the longer span on this rake wall? shouldn't they span the shorter distance?
A:It is a clearspan with TJI joist
Q:Will you explain the ceiling heights for the 9' and 7'? Is that garage area and upper, or is that part of the slope? what is the highest point of the glass ceilings? What does 2.5:12 mean for the roof pitch? Is it a typo?
A:The garage is 9ft ceilings. The upstairs rear wall is 7 ft tall and slopes up to approximately 12’6 on the front wall. The roof slope is 2.5:12 Meaning that it slopes up 2.5inches for every 12inch of run
Q:what are the dimensions with the roof overhang?
A:4' front and back
2' left and right
Q:Are any of the level one interior walls load bearing? Does it use the same flush glue lam as in 40823? The EULA, I intend to purchase the CAD drawings. I would like to have them modified for less glazing and the entry door moved to the middle of the left wall. Does the EULA allow me to modify the design? Thank you
A:Are any of the level one interior walls load bearing?
Yes
Does it use the same flush glue lam as in 40823?
No 2x12@12"o.c. You notice the depth of the garage.
The EULA, I intend to purchase the CAD drawings. I would like to have them modified for less glazing and the entry door moved to the middle of the left wall. Does the EULA allow me to modify the design? Thank you
Yes
Q:Hello, I am interested in building with with SIPs and would like to know if these plans could be used for SIPs construction or whether modifications would be required. Thank you! Kelly
A:Your SIPS company should be able to make the panels from these plans with no problem.
Common Q & A
Q:Can I make modifications to this plan?
A:Yes you can! Please click the "Modifications" tab above to get more information.
Q:What is the estimated price to build this plan?
A:The national average for a house is running right at $125.00 per SF. You can get more detailed information by clicking the Cost-To-Build tab above. Sorry, but we cannot give cost estimates for garage, multifamily or project plans.
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