Step-By-Step Guides
With our step-by-step guides, you'll be able to create architectural drawings and apply for a building permit yourself!
Step-By-Step Guides
Do it yourself House Plans & Building Permits
DIY Architect is Canada’s premier online resource for do-it-yourself house plans. Our unique DIY approach will save you thousands of dollars and countless hours of frustration trying to navigate the confusing permit application process at your local city hall. Learn from our team of professionals as we guide you through the entire process from start to finish. In short, we’ll teach you how to prepare building permit-ready drawings and apply for a building permit at your local municipality without hiring an expensive architect.
We have created a library of step-by-step guides covering everything from how to draw floor plans, elevations and sections, apply for a zoning amendment, apply for a building permit and much more. Our library is constantly growing, with new step-by-step guides.
Why Choose DIY Architects Step-by-step plans
I’m guessing that many of you have attempted your own architecture drawing, and some have even applied for a building permit on your own. If you failed at this in the past, it’s not your fault. There’s a lot of information out there which isn’t very clear. The information overload has kept you from succeeding in the past, and that’s ok. If you’re concerned that you can’t do this alone, you are wrong; you can! All you need are easy-to-follow instructions.
Architects want you to think you need to hire an expensive architect or designer, and we’re here to tell you they’re wrong. They have their own reasons for wanting you to think that, but it’s not true.
You’re right if you think the architects and home designers want you to fail; they don’t benefit from your success and want you to keep in need of their services. The difference with us is we actually care and want you to succeed, and most importantly we want you in the house of your dreams!
Design the home of your dream without hiring an expensive architect
Our goal is to help by teaching you how to create permit-ready architectural drawings; then apply for the building permit on your own. You won’t only save thousands of dollars but also learn a new skill. These easy-to-follow instructions are the only way to effectively learn how to draw permit-ready house plans without hiring an expensive professional.
DIY Architects’ step-by-step instruction books are easy to read and understand, with clear diagrams and illustrations that make them easy to follow. They are location-specific books, so you can be sure that the instructions will work for your particular area. Experienced professional house designers with years of experience in the design industry have written these instruction books. Not only have they designed thousands of structures, but they have also applied and instructed homeowners through the application process countless times. You can trust that our instructions are what you need to guide you through this exciting process.
Do it yourself House Plan Drawing Instructions
DIY Architect helps homeowners create permit-ready architectural drawings themselves. With our step-by-step instructions, you can start creating permit-approved drawings without hiring an expensive professional. In addition, we offer tutorials, guides, and software recommendations to help you every step of the way. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced do-it-yourselfer, we can help you create permit-ready drawings for your project. To sum it up, with our help, you’ll be able to create precise and accurate drawings that will meet all local municipality requirements and get your project approved in no time.
Included
- Easy-to-follow step-by-step instruction
- Learn the requirements for building permit approval
- Floor plan elevations
- Use the architectural software of your choice
- Floor plan elevations
- Building sections
- Exterior elevations
- General specifications
- Software recommendation
Add Ons
- Building permit application instructions
- Wall Legend
- Door & window schedules
- electrical layouts
- Main & upper floor reflected ceiling plans
- Foundation plan
- Construction drawings & details
- Structure-specific drawing instructions. Including garages, laneway houses, carriage houses, basic residential floor plans, and so much more
Do it yourself Building Permit Instructions
At DIY Architect, we understand the frustration of applying for a building permit. Therefore we make the process as easy as possible by providing comprehensive information on the requirements and regulations of each city or municipality. To start, we offer easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions on how to apply for a building permit so that you can get approved the first time. Secondly, we provide helpful tips and advice from experienced professionals to ensure that your project meets all requirements and regulations. Finally, we’ll save you thousands of dollars and help get your project approved without any problems or delays.
Included
- Easy-to-follow step-by-step instruction
- Learn the requirements for building permit approval at your local municipality
- List of building permit exceptions
- A full list of do-it-yourself requirements
Add Ons
- Instructions for permit-ready do-it-yourself house plan drawings
Learn more about what we offer at DIY Architect