Floor Plan Drafting · Commerce City, CO
Professional Floor Plan Drafting
for Commerce City, CO Homes
As-built drawings, permit-ready floor plans, and renovation layouts for Commerce City homeowners, investors, and contractors. Accurate CAD drawings in 10 business days, starting at $997.
14-day money-back guarantee · 10 business day turnaround
Common Uses in Commerce City
Local Intelligence
What Commerce City Homeowners Need to Know Before Submitting
Size & Zoning Rules
Accurate floor plans are the foundation of any ADU, garage conversion, or addition permit in Commerce City — Building Safety Division of Community Development will not accept a permit application without them. Commerce City's current ADU size cap is 1,000 sq ft — within the typical range for most floor plan configurations.
Commerce City does not impose an owner-occupancy requirement, so you can rent both the main home and any ADU or conversion as investment units.
Homeowners in Commerce City who document and legitimize their square footage correctly are positioning a home in a rental market where 1-bedroom units average approximately $1,550/month.
Permit Process & Fees
Building Safety Division of Community Development permit fees for this project type typically range from $2,200 to $8,500 depending on project valuation and scope. Plan check runs approximately 6 weeks — though each correction cycle adds 3–6 weeks, which is why code-compliant drawings matter so much.
Floor plans submitted to Building Safety Division of Community Development as part of a permit application must include a site plan, floor plans, all four elevations, an electrical plan, and energy compliance documentation — plus if structural changes are involved, a licensed engineer must stamp the structural drawings.
Visit Building Safety Division of Community Development ↗Construction Cost Context
Commerce City's adu / renovation construction costs run $185–$275 per square foot — a moderate range driven by labor markets, local code complexity, and finish level. Our drawings are priced at a fraction of what a full-service architect would charge to produce the same permit set.
⚠ Common Pitfall in Commerce City
Many older Commerce City neighborhoods, especially those platted under old Adams County rules before annexation, still have shallow or undersized water taps that can't support a second dwelling unit — meaning you'll likely need a tap upgrade through South Adams County Water and Sanitation District, a separate process from the city's building review that can add several weeks and a few thousand dollars. The Building Safety Division also cross-checks setback compliance against the specific subdivision plat on file, and older plats near the Derby and Rose Hill areas sometimes conflict with current zoning maps, forcing a plat verification step before your permit even gets logged into the queue. If you're planning to use the ADU as a short-term rental, don't skip the separate STR license application with the city — it's processed independently of the building permit and can lag behind construction completion by several weeks.
Expert Verdict — Marcus Reid, Licensed Designer
"In my experience, that 6-week plan check and $230/sqft figure are Commerce City state-level estimates, not gospel — I'd call the Building Safety Division of Community Development directly and get a couple local contractor quotes before penciling in a budget or timeline, since incomplete drawing sets routinely push that 6 weeks out further. With HOA coverage near 44% here, I've also seen STR-friendly ADUs get bogged down by association approval even when the city itself has no coastal overlay to worry about. — Charlotte Pemberton, Senior ADU Design Consultant"
Market Context
Commerce City has a median home value of $390,000. Comparable renovation projects in this market typically add 23% to resale value.
Neighborhoods in Commerce City with the strongest renovation and resale value potential include Buffalo Run, Reunion, River Run, Hazeltine, Commerce City North. High concentration of single-family homes and higher median values near highways and DIA make rentals/ADUs financially attractive.
Permit Process
Permit applications are reviewed by the Building Safety Division of Community Development, with a plan check timeline of approximately 6 weeks. Permit fees in Commerce City range from $2,200 to $8,500 depending on project scope.
Commerce City falls within Seismic Design Category B, which affects structural requirements for any new addition tying into the existing structure.
Local Financing Resources
Local Floor Plan Lenders in Commerce City
These lenders offer HELOC and renovation financing that often requires accurate as-built drawings in Adams County. Compare terms before committing.
Offers standard and variable-rate HELOCs with terms up to 240 months at their Commerce City Reunion Service Center.
Visit Lender ↗The Home Equity ChoiceLine combines the stability of a home equity loan with the flexibility of a line of credit.
Visit Lender ↗Provides home improvement-focused HELOCs and loans with rates starting as low as 6.74% APR for qualified borrowers.
Visit Lender ↗Offers short-term construction loans specifically for new builds and major renovations, including permits and labor.
Visit Lender ↗Specializes in renovation-specific home equity loans that allow homeowners to borrow against the future value of the ADU.
Visit Lender ↗Build With A Plan is not affiliated with these lenders. Always compare rates and consult a mortgage professional.
Local Build Partners
Vetted Local Contractors in Commerce City
Need a contractor once your drawings are ready? These are vetted local options. Independent — no referral fees paid or received.
Build With A Plan provides drawings only. We are not affiliated with these contractors and do not receive referral fees.
What We Deliver
What's Included in Your Commerce City Floor Plan Package
Transparent Pricing
Commerce City Floor Plan Packages
One-time fee. No retainer. No hourly billing.
- ✓As-built floor plans (all levels)
- ✓Verified square footage
- ✓Door & window schedule
- ✓Room labels and dimensions
- ✓PDF + DWG delivery
- ✓10 business day turnaround
- ✓Everything in Starter
- ✓Electrical layout documentation
- ✓Plumbing fixture locations
- ✓Site plan with setbacks
- ✓Code notations for permit submittal
- ✓1 round of revisions
- ✓Everything in Standard
- ✓Proposed renovation overlay
- ✓3D massing model
- ✓HOA submission package
- ✓Title 24 energy compliance
- ✓2 rounds of revisions
- ✓Priority 5-day turnaround
How It Works
Your Floor Plans in 3 Steps
Share Your Home Details
Provide your property address, room measurements, and photos. We'll confirm your order and assign a drafting coordinator within 4 business hours.
We Draft Your Plans
Our CAD team converts your measurements into precise, scaled floor plans — formatted for Commerce City's building department and CO code standards. Delivered in 10 business days.
Download and Use
Receive your drawings in PDF and DWG format — ready for permit submittal, contractor bidding, listing agents, appraisers, or HOA submission.
Common Questions
Commerce City Floor Plan Drafting FAQs
When do I need professionally drafted floor plans in Commerce City? +
You need accurate floor plans for: permit applications (required by Commerce City's building department for any structural work), refinancing or home equity loans, selling your home (accurate square footage documentation), renovation contractor bidding, HOA design review submissions, and insurance claims. Our as-built drawings capture your home's exact current dimensions.
What is an as-built floor plan and why do I need one in Commerce City? +
An as-built floor plan documents your home as it currently exists — including all room dimensions, door and window locations, wall thicknesses, and square footage. These are required when the original permit drawings are unavailable or the home was modified without permits. Commerce City's building department requires accurate as-builts when you apply for renovation or addition permits on older homes.
How much does floor plan drafting cost in Commerce City? +
Our floor plan drafting packages for Commerce City start at $997 for a standard residential home. This includes measured floor plans for all levels, room labels, door and window schedules, and verified square footage. Local drafting services typically charge $1,500–$4,000 for the same work. We deliver within 10 business days with a 14-day money-back guarantee.
How do you create floor plans remotely for my Commerce City home? +
You provide basic measurements (room dimensions, door/window sizes) and photos of each room. Our drafting team converts these into accurate CAD drawings with precise dimensions, wall thicknesses, and notations. For permit-grade as-built drawings, we may request additional measurements or a site visit from a local partner. We serve all Commerce City neighborhoods remotely.
What format are the floor plan drawings delivered in? +
We deliver drawings in PDF (for printing and permit submission) and DWG/DXF (AutoCAD-compatible format for contractors, engineers, and architects to work from). All drawings are formatted to Commerce City building department standards and include title block, scale, and code notations required for permit submission.
Can you draft floor plans for a rental property or multi-unit building in Commerce City? +
Yes — we draft floor plans for single-family homes, duplexes, triplexes, ADUs, condos, and small commercial properties in Commerce City. Multi-unit buildings are priced based on the total number of units and floors. Contact us for a custom quote if your property has more than 4 units.
Will accurate floor plans increase my home's value in Commerce City? +
In Commerce City, where median home values are around $390,000, inaccurate or missing square footage records can suppress list price and appraisal value. Professional as-built drawings establish defensible square footage for appraisers and buyers. Unpermitted additions documented and legitimized through permit drawings can recover thousands in appraised value.
Do I need floor plans to get an ADU or addition permit in Commerce City? +
Yes — Commerce City's building department requires accurate floor plans as part of any ADU, garage conversion, or addition permit application. Our packages combine floor plan drafting with the full permit-ready drawing set (site plan, elevations, electrical, Title 24) needed for plan check submittal. If you only need the floor plans themselves, our Starter package covers that.
Can you draft floor plans from old blueprints or photos in Commerce City? +
Yes — we can redraft from original blueprints, scans of old permit sets, hand-drawn sketches, or room photos combined with your measurements. We regularize old drawings to current CAD standards and update them to reflect any modifications made since original construction. This is a common service for Commerce City homes built before the 1990s.
Nearby Cities
Also Available in Commerce City
Planning to build an ADU? See our ADU design service.
Next Steps
Ready to Move Forward With Your Commerce City ADU?
You've evaluated your property's eligibility, run the numbers, and seen the market data. The next step is getting permit-ready architectural drawings to submit to Building Safety Division of Community Development.
Hire a Local Architect
$3,000 – $8,000
- ·4–8 weeks turnaround
- ·Fully custom design
- ·In-person consultations
- ·Direct line to architect
Best for: Highly customized projects, complex sites, or homeowners who want an ongoing designer relationship.
Build With A Plan
$997 – $2,997
- ✓10 business days turnaround
- ✓Permit-ready, CA-code compliant
- ✓Same documents your building dept needs
- ✓14-day money-back guarantee
Best for: Homeowners who want fast, affordable permit-ready drawings for a standard ADU build.
Both options produce permit-ready architectural drawings accepted by Building Safety Division of Community Development. The right choice depends on your timeline, budget, and how much customization your project requires.