site considerations

Site ConsiderationsJust the basics

Plot Plan• Plot plans contain:• Location, outline, and size of buildings

on the site.• Driveways and Walkways• Landscaping • Meridian arrow (north symbol).

Plot Plan

Location of Building on Plot• Easements: An

easement allows another person the right to use your land for a specific purpose. The most usual easements are those granted to public utility or telephone, water, electric, and gas companies.

Driveways and Walkways• A driveway turnaround is recommended if space is available to

avoid backing into the street.• Minimum driveway width is 10'.• Walkways are recommended to all doors and the garage (if

detached)

Landscaping• The landscape plan is designed to show the type and

placement of trees, shrubs, flowers, and pools on the site.

Landscaping

Landscape Plan

Landscaping

Landscaping

Elevations• An elevation is an orthographic projection

drawing of one side of a building.• Purpose is to give vertical dimensions and show

the finished appearance.• Exterior materials are shown.

Elevations

Elevations