What is the process, steps to go through when adding an addition to your home?
Friday, February 12th, 2010We are planning to add an addition to our home. Talked to the bank, they are going to appraise our house & then see how much we can get for an equity loan. Talked to contractor, he’s going to write/draw us up a bid. If we qualify for the loan for the amount of money needed to do the addition, what are the next steps in order that we must do? I think we’ve got to get a permit & who knows what else, but not sure how it all works.
You will need to apply for a building permit. You will need to provide the following:
1. plans or drawings indicating the design (floor layout,foundation plan, electric layout
plumbing layout, elevation that shows exterior finishes). Typically they want 2 copies of each.
2. 2 copies of your plot with the addition drawn on it to scale.
3. check for the permit fee.
4. They will have a form to fill out as well.
I would call the permitting office to ask what you need to provide. Also talk to your contractor about making your drawings for you.
Once you have the permit, work can begin. your contractor will probably handle settingup the inspections. The electrical, plumbing, HVAC contractors will have to obtain separate permits and set theor own inspections. hope this helps