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BUILDER NETWORK
If you are a builder interested in building our modular homes. Please apply to join our builder network. We will supply you with leads for our customers in you geographic area. You can find The Modular Builder Network at http://www.modularbuildernet.com
Or apply at:
http://www.modularbuildernet.com/builderregistration.html
HOW TO FIND A FACTORY
1. Most factories have established a policy of selling their
product to Builders only. This ensures the proper placement of
the modules on site, by a building professional. Some factories will
sell directly to the consumer. Contact the factory of your choice
to determine their particular product sales policy. If the factory sells
only to the Builder, ask them to provide you with a list
of qualified Builders in the area you want to build.
2. Fortunately, modular building has become more commonplace today.
There are sufficient numbers of manufactures across the country willing
to manufacture the custom “middle end” to “higher end” modular
home. Most modular manufacturers have shipping ranges from
300 to 500 miles.
2. Our affiliations with manufacturers are the best source. In addition,
the internet has other sources available. You may want to check with
local builder trade shows, builder magazines or local building
officials.
3. Modular factories can vary in capability.
Some will build more complex homes while others prefer simpler models.
Certain factories will provide a higher level of finish and fixture availability
in the assembly. Accordingly, the price will vary based on level of finish
and percentage of completeness.
4. Some factories specialize in the higher end modular home market.
They may be willing to supply garages, cupolas, porches and
other architectural detailing. In addition, they may include a greater
selection of interior finishes to include tile, hardwood floors and carpet.
The availability of these options could change. Ask your factory representative
to provide you with a list of standard and 'custom' materials and finishes
available.
5. The biggest issue in selecting a factory may be the backlog
of orders. Traditionally, once the modules are processed
for assembly, (deposits received and “shop drawings” approved),
it may take 30 to 60 days for the modules to be built and shipped.
Although the modules could be built in 5 days, lead time waiting to receive
the materials and finishes within the modules delay getting the project
on the assembly line. In a busy housing market or sometimes in the spring
when project start-ups are greater, factories may experience
backlogs of 4 to 6 months. This will delay your project and defeat the
time saving advantages of modular construction.
PRICING
1. Typically, the Builder will provide a total project cost estimate. The
construction costs associated with the 'site-built' portions
of your modular project will vary based on the region of the
country you build in. The
modular costs usually remain constant with an added cost of
shipping determined by distance to delivery point.
2. Ask your Builder to consider pricing your project with one
of the following options. You may be able to better control
your budget and keep cost over runs to a minimum.
a. Retail Price: Direct factory cost, plus
the Builder/Dealers markup. The Builder purchases the modules
and sells them directly to you. You are responsible for all
remaining portions of your project.
b. Price from the “Sill Plate Up”: The
total price of the home not including the foundation. This
price includes the factory built modules and all additional construction
work related to all site built components required to finish the construction
of the home by the Builder/Dealer. This would include all contents
of the drawings we make available for purchase.
c. Turnkey Price: This is the total construction
cost of the project, excluding land. The
bottom line the Builder/Dealer/Contractor will charge. It includes
all modular construction and completion of the entire building,
site clearing, excavation, foundation installation, sewer/septic,
electrical and plumbing connections, driveway, walkways, decks, finish
grading, seeding and applicable profit. It includes the obtainment of the “Certificate of Occupancy”.
The home is complete and ready to move in.
ZONING
1. Zoning regulations are a necessary collection of local town and
or county regulations written to establish the size, shape and use
of land within a given jurisdiction. Benefits include limiting
the overdeveloped of neighborhoods and rural communities.
2. Check your local zoning regulations before selecting a building
lot and determine the allowable building area. This will establish the
size of home you can build on your lot. This information is usually
available on survey or plot plans on file with your local zoning
department.
3. Before considering one of our home designs, you should determine
the building envelope. If you have a small lot, consider our
more compact designs.
4. Specific regulations to consider are front, side and rear
yard setbacks, maximum allowable building height, floor area
ratios and allowable building coverages. These regulations
are applicable in many areas of the country. Research and determine the
limitations of the site you intend to build on. Many zoning regulations
are available on-line.
5. Additional regulations limiting the building envelope may include
offsets from wetlands, rivers, streams, wells or other environmentally
sensitive areas. Site coverage allowances need to be considered
and may include the areas of the building footprint, driveways, sidewalks,
patios, decks, porches, and roof overhangs. These potential site constraints
need to be calculated carefully. You should consider seeking the assistance
of a surveyor, civil engineer or an architect in determining
your permitted building area. We suggest you do this evaluation before
purchasing a set of our plans.
OBTAINING A BUILDING PERMIT
1. The Builder is best qualified to obtain the building permit.
Most jurisdictions require submission of an application, architectural
plans, shop drawings, site plan, builder insurance verification
and contracted construction price.
2. Building Officials may require additional evaluation of soil and
slope conditions. Foundation drawings may need to be modified
based on grade configurations and soil bearing capacity. A civil/structural
engineer can provide this service. Most jurisdictions require the submission
of a Site Plan, prepared by a licensed professional. Plan content requirements
may include the location of the proposed building, identification
of proposed site construction and zoning compliance tabulations.
3. Most States require modular manufactured construction be
reviewed and approved by a third party engineer. This third
party review and inspection appears as red stamp on the shop
drawings provided and submitted by the factory. Our drawings
show the basic design intent and detail other elements required
to complete the building. Our drawings should be reviewed and if required,
modified by a local licensed design professional for local code compliance, snow and wind load resistance
and frost depth footing requirement.
4. Shop drawings, prepared by the selected factory, should accompany
other drawings submitted for building permit issuance.
WHAT ARE SHOP DRAWINGS?
1. Required drawings, prepared by the selected modular factory, for
submission to the State in which the project will be built.
They are typically extractions or copies of our drawings showing only the
portions of the building the factory will be constructing. They may also
include specific details of how certain elements of the building are manufactured,
specific to the factory.
2. Shop Drawings should be reviewed and approved by the Builder/Dealer
and you before manufacturing begins to ensure they reflect
our original design.
3. For an additional small charge, we will “down load”,
via email, our drawings directly to the factory. The factory
can use our drawings in the preparation of their 'shop drawings'. Please
contact our office for this additional service.
THE EXPERIENCE
Building a new home can be an exciting and rewarding experience.
There are however many layers to the building process. How this process
is managed will determine the level of stress experienced by
you and the Builder.
Modular construction will help streamline the process and help
reduce some of the risk associated with residential construction. The
factory will be responsible for a large portion of the construction
allowing your Builder time to prepare the site and coordinate the completion
phase of your project.
Having a large percentage of the home built and delivered to
the site should minimize schedule delays due to foul weather.
These homes are more complete than any other building construction technology,
delivered and ready to be 'set' on the site installed foundation. Work
required to complete the project becomes less overwhelming.
Modular homes are designed to withstand the rigors of shipping.
The many redundant framing systems produce a much stronger
house. We have designed modular homes to withstand 120 miles per hour wind
forces.
We understand an attractive home adds value to your property.
Our expanding design selection offers a variety of architectural
style, size and detail. You can save time, money and avoid
the arduous task of designing a custom home by selecting one of our pre
designed models. After
almost 20 years, we now have a collection of homes available
for purchase over the internet.
We realize your desire to personalize your home. We believe
our designs reflect your sophisticated taste and floor plan
layout needs. Designing attractive, affordable industrialized
housing is the future of residential construction. As this industry moves
forward, design will be the driving force behind strong home sales. The factory
will continue to build a quality box; how those boxes are positioned, laid
out, stylized and detailed will be the difference between a bland, simple
house and an attractive, comfortable home. Similar industries such as fashion,
automotive and many other consumer product manufacturers recognize the
value of good design. Quality design will produce a better home product.
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Terms of Sale:
All home plans sold through this web site are copyright protected, Reproduction of these home plans in whole or in part, including any direct copying and or preparation of derivative works thereof, for any reason, without the prior written permission of Douglas Cutler Architect is strictly prohibited, The purchase of a set of home plans in no way transfers any copyright or ownership interest in it to the buyer except for a limited license to use that set of home plans for the construction of one dwelling unit. The purchase of additional sets of that home plan at a reduced price from the original set or as a part of a multiple set package does not entitle the buyer with a license to construct more than one dwelling unit.
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About Reverse Prints:
You can build your house in a reverse fashion and order plans accordingly however we recommend a copy of right reading plans because all notes, titles, dimensions, etc will read backwards on reversed printed plans.
Our Refund Policy:
We produce and ship plans in response to individual, orders we cannot honor requests for refunds and at the same time adequately protect our copyright interests.
Modular Design:
Our plans are designed and formatted to general “modular building systems” construction methods now commonly used by many modular home manufacturers. Construction capabilities and shipping size can vary from one manufacture to the next and as such, not all modular manufacturers may be willing or able to manufacture all the homes in the Cutler Series collection or all the construction components suggested on the documents. It may be necessary to seek other more capable manufacturers out side of your imeadate trade area for fabrication. Our design collection shows the design intent only; supplemental drawings may be required such as Shop Drawings, Foundation Drawings, prepared by others. Modular building plans can be converted so to be constructed by conventional building methods if necessary. Seek professional services for review and modifications to plans as may be required.
