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100%
Designs developed with reference to the IRC, across 8 styles
48 hrs
Plan delivery from purchase to inbox
98%
Permit approval first submission rate
$560
Plans start from one-time, no subscription
The Process
Six steps. No guesswork.
From the moment you find a plan you like, to the day your contractor starts framing, here’s exactly what happens.
Start with our AI-powered search or apply filters for square footage, bedrooms, bathrooms, stories, and price. Every plan shows free preview drawings, including a floor plan layout and one exterior elevation, before you commit.
Typical timeframe: 5-30 min
Why Not Custom?
The honest comparison.
Custom architectural design is the right choice for some clients. A Dwelcore plan is the right choice for most.
Custom Architect
- Cost
- $15,000-$60,000+
- Timeline to plans
- 6-18 months
- Permit approval
- Variable
- Revisions included
- Limited by contract
- IRC reference
- Depends on architect
- Best for
- Truly unique sites or programs
Dwelcore Plan
Recommended- Cost
- $560-$2,200
- Timeline to plans
- 48 hours
- Permit approval
- 98% first-submission
- Revisions included
- Free consultation included
- IRC reference
- Developed with the 2021 IRC
- Best for
- Most residential builds
Other Plan Sites
- Cost
- $400-$2,500
- Timeline to plans
- 1-5 days
- Permit approval
- Not guaranteed
- Revisions included
- Rarely
- IRC reference
- Not always verified
- Best for
- Budget-first buyers
Before You Buy
Know what it costs to build before you commit to a plan
A plan is only half the picture. Use our free build-cost calculator to estimate total construction costs for your square footage, region, and finish level in minutes.
Common questions
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