What Does An Appraiser Need For New Construction?
Plans – The plans or construction drawings are usually done by your builder or architect. It lays out the floor plan of your home, sizes of rooms and square footage of your home. They should include a floor plan layout, front elevation, real elevation & side elevations, mechanical and electrical details. Specifications / Descriptions Of Material – A “Spec” sheet has the type of construction materials you will be using. For example, whether your home will be built with standard 2 x 4′s or 2 x 6′s. It also contains the type of insulation, roofing and exterior products that will be used in the construction, as well as floors, counter tops and appliances for the inside dressing. Cost Breakdown – The document that breaks down all of the costs associated with the construction, including land, building materials and labor. A lender can generally provide you with blank forms for the spec and cost breakdown if your builder does not have them. Plot Plan – Shows where your home will sit on the si
