Floor Plan Drafting · Palm Beach Gardens, FL
Professional Floor Plan Drafting
for Palm Beach Gardens, FL Homes
As-built drawings, permit-ready floor plans, and renovation layouts for Palm Beach Gardens 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 Palm Beach Gardens
Local Intelligence
What Palm Beach Gardens Homeowners Need to Know Before Submitting
Size & Zoning Rules
Accurate floor plans are the foundation of any ADU, garage conversion, or addition permit in Palm Beach Gardens — Building Division will not accept a permit application without them. Palm Beach Gardens's current ADU size cap is 1,500 sq ft — generous enough to accommodate most project types.
Palm Beach Gardens 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 Palm Beach Gardens who document and legitimize their square footage correctly are positioning a home in a rental market where 1-bedroom units average approximately $2,244/month.
Permit Process & Fees
Building Division permit fees for this project type typically range from $12,857 to $16,619 depending on project valuation and scope. Plan check runs approximately 7 weeks — though each correction cycle adds 3–6 weeks, which is why code-compliant drawings matter so much.
Floor plans submitted to Building Division 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 Division ↗Construction Cost Context
Palm Beach Gardens's adu / renovation construction costs run $180–$330 per square foot — a wide 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 Palm Beach Gardens
Because most of the city sits under the state-mandated Coastal Construction Control Line review, your ADU plans need a separate Coastal Development Permit on top of the standard building permit — this typically tacks on 4-6 extra weeks and requires wind-load calculations from an engineer familiar with South Florida's 170+ mph design standards. Many homeowners also get tripped up by the Building Division's requirement that detached ADUs on lots near the Intracoastal or within older platted communities verify septic-to-sewer conversion status before permitting, since Seacoast Utility Authority connection fees and capacity approval can add weeks if your street hasn't been upgraded. On top of that, if your property falls under one of PBG's many mandatory HOAs (common in PGA National or Mirasol), you'll need written architectural approval before the city will even log your permit application.
Expert Verdict — Marcus Reid, Licensed Designer
"In my experience working PBG permits, that 7-week timeline and $225/sqft figure read like state-level averages rather than what I see quoted locally, so I'd call the Building Division and get two or three local contractor bids before penciling in a budget or move-in date; and since you're in the coastal overlay, don't forget the CDP review can tack on real time even after plan check clears."
Market Context
Palm Beach Gardens has a median home value of $520,000. Comparable renovation projects in this market typically add 25% to resale value.
Neighborhoods in Palm Beach Gardens with the strongest renovation and resale value potential include Westwood Gardens, PGA National, Palm Beach Square (Gardens core), Woodbine, Lake Catherine. Older single-family lots, lower median price and proximity to PGA Blvd/commute corridors make it attractive for ADU rentals.
Permit Process
Permit applications are reviewed by the Building Division, with a plan check timeline of approximately 7 weeks. Permit fees in Palm Beach Gardens range from $12,857 to $16,619 depending on project scope.
Palm Beach Gardens falls within Seismic Design Category Seismic Design Category A (very low seismicity) per ASCE 7, which affects structural requirements for any new addition tying into the existing structure.
Properties within Palm Beach Gardens's Coastal Overlay Zone require a Coastal Development Permit in addition to standard building permits.
Local Financing Resources
Local Floor Plan Lenders in Palm Beach Gardens
These lenders offer HELOC and renovation financing that often requires accurate as-built drawings in Palm Beach County. Compare terms before committing.
Construction-to-permanent loans across Florida; membership required; example promotional rates shown (e.g. 5.875% promo); credit/eligibility and typical min scores ~700+.
Visit Lender ↗Construction-to-permanent (including manufactured home) loans — interest-only during construction, one application/one closing; local Florida bank serving Palm Beach County.
Visit Lender ↗HELOC for Florida primary residences; APRs advertised as low as ~6.60%, 10-year draw term, Suncoast pays up to $1,000 toward closing costs.
Visit Lender ↗Local Palm Beach County credit union HELOCs — draw period 5 years, repayment 10 years, borrow up to ~80% of equity, maximum loans up to $450,000 in first position.
Visit Lender ↗Specialty ADU/renovation lender that partners with credit unions in Florida; loans underwrite using post-renovation value and are tailored to ADU projects.
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 Palm Beach Gardens
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 Palm Beach Gardens Floor Plan Package
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Palm Beach Gardens 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 Palm Beach Gardens's building department and FL 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
Palm Beach Gardens Floor Plan Drafting FAQs
When do I need professionally drafted floor plans in Palm Beach Gardens? +
You need accurate floor plans for: permit applications (required by Palm Beach Gardens'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 Palm Beach Gardens? +
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. Palm Beach Gardens'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 Palm Beach Gardens? +
Our floor plan drafting packages for Palm Beach Gardens 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 Palm Beach Gardens 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 Palm Beach Gardens 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 Palm Beach Gardens 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 Palm Beach Gardens? +
Yes — we draft floor plans for single-family homes, duplexes, triplexes, ADUs, condos, and small commercial properties in Palm Beach Gardens. 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 Palm Beach Gardens? +
In Palm Beach Gardens, where median home values are around $520,000, 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 Palm Beach Gardens? +
Yes — Palm Beach Gardens'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 Palm Beach Gardens? +
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 Palm Beach Gardens homes built before the 1990s.
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Next Steps
Ready to Move Forward With Your Palm Beach Gardens 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 Division.
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 Division. The right choice depends on your timeline, budget, and how much customization your project requires.