House Plans Help Center

Click on the questions below to get answers to the most frequently asked house plan questions.

1. How do I contact The Plan Collection?
2. What Should I know about plans before I buy?
3. What is The Plan Collection's return policy?
4. Can I get custom modifications to the plan I like?
5. What are the terms and conditions of a plan purchase?
6. What should I know about engineering and architectural specifications?
7. How many plan copies do I need?
8. What do your plans Include?
9. Do you have any plan search tips?
10. How do I save my favorite plans?
11. Is your website secure?
12. Do you offer custom design services?
13. Please read our disclaimer.
14. Do I have any payment options besides credit card?

How do I contact The Plan Collection?

Visit our contact page for our contact information.

What Should I know about plans before I buy?

The plans marketed on The Plan Collection are a collaboration of plans from several designers. All plans are drawn to code for the specific region in which the respective designer resides. Modifications may be required by your local officials to meet their adopted codes and regulations. The necessity of such modifications is not evidence of poor plan quality but merely code differences. Many of our designers are members of the American Institute of Building Design to assure plan quality (The AIBD is an accredited Home designers association accepting only designer who meet their high standards of plan quality).
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What is The Plan Collection's return Policy?

Sorry, there are not returns or refunds. Each plan is printed specifically to fill your order. All sales are final.
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Can I get modifications done to the plan I like?

Yes, most designers offer a modification service. Look for the 'Customize Plan' tab on each house plan. Fill in the form on that page and we will have the designer contact you for specific customization information. If the designer does not offer modification services, you can purchase the plan (this gives you ownership of the design for a single construction). Then you may have a local draftsman redline the plan to suit your needs. You can also purchase a CAD file, which is sent to you on a CD with a copyright release to make changes to the plan. Purchasing the CAD file allows you to have a local draftsman or architect make changes directly on the computer file and have them printed locally. This is usually the best option for extensive changes.
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What are the terms and conditions to a plan purchase?

Each plan purchase authorizes a single construction. Multiple uses of the plan purchased is a violation of the copyright held by the respective designer and may result in legal mediation to compensate the designer. All floor plans, renderings and other images on The Plan Collection are property of their respective designers and may not be copied or reproduced in any fashion without written consent. It is a violation of copyright laws to redraft plans found on this site to avoid plan purchase.
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What should I know about engineering and architectural specifications?

Some municipalities may require plans to be reviewed by a licensed Structural Engineer or Architect to assure that the structure meets the their local codes and regulations. You may wish to check with your municipality officials before plan purchase.
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How many plan copies do I need?

You can get by with five sets: two for permit application and three for your own use collecting bids from subcontractors. We would suggest purchasing our larger packages to facilitate the bid process. Certain subcontractors or suppliers may require plans for longer periods of time than others. Having more plans will speed up the process.
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What do your plans Include?

The plans marketed by The Plan Collection were drawn by designers across the country and will vary somewhat. You can see some samples by clicking here. You can expect elevations drawn at ¼" and 1/8" scale, and floor plans drawn at ¼" scale. Floor and roof framing layouts will also be provided on plans where required. Other necessary cross sections and details will also be included.
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Do you have any plan search tips?

We have made every effort to simplify your plan search. You can use our fast search at the top of the screen to quickly navigate different categories. If you would like a more refined search use our detailed plan search. Here you can specify exactly what you are looking for and narrow your results. Remember, the more fields you fill out, the better results you will find. If you have any suggestions on how to simplify your search please send us your comments.
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How do I save my favorite plans?

We know how exciting building a new home is, and want to help you share your excitement. To do this we allow you to save your favorites onto our database. This allows you to browse our plans, save them and return later to show them to your friends and family. To utilize this feature, simply login if you already have an account or create an account. While you are browsing plans just click on the add to favorites button to save the plan. You can return to our site from any computer, login and find your favorites saved for you. If you have cookies enabled, your favorite plans will automatically load upon entrance to our site. To remove or purchase plans from your favorites folder simply click on the view favorites link below the folder and proceed with the links from there.
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Is your website secure?

Yes. We have made every effort to make you online shopping experience as secure as possible. Your information is protected in our database using encryption software. Your personal information is used soley for account management on The Plan Collection and is not sold or passed on to any other companies or organizations.
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Do you offer custom design services?

Yes. Several of our designers offer this service. Please send us you contact information and we will ask one of our designers closest to your area to contact you. If you would like the services of a specific designer let us know. Rates will vary according to the designer and the type of home to be designed.
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Please read our disclaimer.

The Plan Collection is a company established to market home plans of various designers across the country. All floor plans, renderings and other media advertised on The Plan Collection website or other media forms are property of their respective designers, architects or artists. The Plan Collection is not liable for plan interpretation, or the structural integrity of buildings built from plans purchased at theplancollection.com. We provide home plans for construction purposes but do not oversee the construction and cannot verify that the structure is built to necessary standards. The plan purchaser is responsible to assure that the building meets or exceeds local codes and regulations. It is the responsibility of the plan purchaser to obtain any and all structural analysis, engineering and specifications that may be required in the municipality in which it is to be built. Plan purchaser is to verify all lot conditions and measurements before construction.
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Do I have any payment options besides credit card?

You can feel safe ordering your plans or other material on our secure site. We have made every effort to make sure your information is private and not used for any other reason than your plan purchase. If you do not feel comfortable making an online transaction you have the following payment options.

1. Payment by Check
2. Payment by Money Order

To place your order please select the "Pay by Check" option at checkout. You will see printable version of your order with subtotals. Print this form out, make out a check or money order for the total amount on the invoice and send to:

The Plan Collection
P.O. Box 502
Logan, Utah 84323

Your order will be processed as soon as it is received.
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