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Quick Specs
687 Total Living Area687 Upper Level
1 Bedrooms, 1 Full Baths
2 Car Garage
30'4 W x 26'0 D
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Prices subject to approval prior to fulfillment.Specifications
| Total Living Area: | 687 sq ft |
| Upper Living Area: | 687 sq ft |
| Garage Area: | 703 sq ft |
| Garage Type: | Drive Under |
| Garage Bays: | 2 |
| Foundation Types: | Stem Wall Slab |
| Exterior Walls: | 2x6 |
| House Width: | 30'4 |
| House Depth: | 26'0 |
| Number of Stories: | 2 |
| Bedrooms: | 1 |
| Full Baths: | 1 |
| Max Ridge Height: | 22'0 from Front Door Floor Level |
| Primary Roof Pitch: | 12:12 |
| Roof Framing: | Stick |
| Main Ceiling Height: | 8'0 |
| Upper Ceiling Height: | 8'0 |
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Plan Description
Garage Apartment Plan 30030 with 2-Car Garage, 687 Sq Ft One-Bedroom Apartment and Dormers
Garage Apartment Plan 30030 combines vehicle parking, storage, workshop potential, and a complete one-bedroom apartment in an attractive detached Carriage House design. The ground floor provides 703 square feet of garage space, while the upper level contains 687 square feet of air-conditioned living space with 1 bedroom and 1 full bathroom. Measuring 30'4" wide by 26' deep, this versatile building can add valuable living and utility space without requiring a large footprint.Traditional architecture allows this detached garage to complement a wide variety of Country, Farmhouse, and Traditional homes. Two doghouse dormers add dimension and residential character while bringing natural light into the upstairs apartment. Coordinate the siding, trim, roofing, and exterior colors with your existing house to create a cohesive appearance that looks intentional on the property.
On the ground floor, two garage bays provide protected parking for additional family vehicles, a new driver, collector car, or project vehicle. The 703-square-foot garage can also accommodate tools and household belongings or provide workspace for hobbies and projects. For homeowners running a small business, the additional enclosed space may also provide useful on-site storage where permitted.
Upstairs, the 687-square-foot apartment creates an efficient private residence. The 15'4" by 10-foot living room receives natural light through a dormer window. Rather than combining every function into one room, a wall separates the living area from the kitchen, creating additional wall space for cabinetry and storage while maintaining clearly defined living zones.
The kitchen includes the essentials for independent living, including space for a dishwasher, and the adjacent eating area accommodates a small dining table. A utility closet provides space for a stacked washer and dryer, eliminating the need for occupants to leave the apartment for laundry.
The bedroom measures approximately 10'10" by 10 feet and includes a standard closet. A full bathroom completes the apartment, with a conveniently located linen closet providing additional storage for towels and toiletries. The result is a compact but complete living arrangement suitable for guests, extended family, or other independent living needs.
Plan 30030 can also serve as temporary accommodations while a primary residence is being built, then transition into a guest house, in-law space, or private quarters afterward. Rental or short-term rental use may also be possible where local zoning, permitting, and occupancy regulations allow.
For homeowners who need more parking and more living space, this 2-car Garage Apartment Plan delivers both in one timeless and efficient Carriage House design.
Better Living by Good Design.
What's Included?
Exterior Elevations Scaled drawings of the front, rear, sides of the home. Information pertaining to the exterior finish materials, roof pitches and exterior height dimensions.
Typical Wall Section This section will address insulation, roof components, and interior and exterior wall finishes. Your plans will be designed with either 2x4 or 2x6 exterior walls, but most professional contractors can easily adapt the plans to the wall thickness you require.
Fireplace Details If the home you have chosen includes a fireplace, the fireplace detail will show typical methods to construct the firebox, hearth and flue chase for masonry units, or a wood frame chase for a zero-clearance unit. Available for most plans.
Foundation Plan These plans will accurately dimension the footprint of your home including load bearing points and beam placement if applicable. The foundation style will vary from plan to plan.
Roof Plan The information necessary to construct the roof will be included with your home plans. Some plans will reference roof trusses, while many others contain schematic framing plans. These framing plans will indicate the lumber sizes necessary for the rafters and ridgeboards based on the designated roof loads.
Typical Cross Section A cut-away cross-section through the entire home shows your building contractor the exact correlation of construction components at all levels of the house. It will help to clarify the load bearing points from the roof all the way down to the basement. Available for most plans.
Detailed Floor Plans The floor plans of your home accurately dimension the positioning of all walls, doors, windows, stairs and permanent fixtures. They will show you the relationship and dimensions of rooms, closets and traffic patterns. The schematic of the electrical layout may be included in the plan.
Stair Details If stairs are an element of the design you have chosen, the plans will show the necessary information to build these, either through a stair cross section, or on the floor plans.
Typical Wall Section This section will address insulation, roof components, and interior and exterior wall finishes. Your plans will be designed with either 2x4 or 2x6 exterior walls, but most professional contractors can easily adapt the plans to the wall thickness you require.
Fireplace Details If the home you have chosen includes a fireplace, the fireplace detail will show typical methods to construct the firebox, hearth and flue chase for masonry units, or a wood frame chase for a zero-clearance unit. Available for most plans.
Foundation Plan These plans will accurately dimension the footprint of your home including load bearing points and beam placement if applicable. The foundation style will vary from plan to plan.
Roof Plan The information necessary to construct the roof will be included with your home plans. Some plans will reference roof trusses, while many others contain schematic framing plans. These framing plans will indicate the lumber sizes necessary for the rafters and ridgeboards based on the designated roof loads.
Typical Cross Section A cut-away cross-section through the entire home shows your building contractor the exact correlation of construction components at all levels of the house. It will help to clarify the load bearing points from the roof all the way down to the basement. Available for most plans.
Detailed Floor Plans The floor plans of your home accurately dimension the positioning of all walls, doors, windows, stairs and permanent fixtures. They will show you the relationship and dimensions of rooms, closets and traffic patterns. The schematic of the electrical layout may be included in the plan.
Stair Details If stairs are an element of the design you have chosen, the plans will show the necessary information to build these, either through a stair cross section, or on the floor plans.
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Previous Q & A
Q: what are the dimensions for the garage doors on this plan?
A: 9 wide by 7 high
Q: What is the distance from the garage floor to roof peak?
A: Right at 21 feet above the top of the slab perimeter wall.
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?
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