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After purchasing, your architect can tweak anything — room sizes, layouts, even adjustments for your local building codes. You don't have to settle for "close enough."
Learn About CustomizationYes. Nearly all new residential construction requires a building permit from your local city or county government. Your general contractor typically handles the permit application, but you should confirm this before starting.
Building codes vary by jurisdiction. Most areas in the US follow some version of the International Building Code (IBC) or International Residential Code (IRC). Your architect and contractor will ensure the plans comply with your local requirements.
It depends on your local code requirements. Some areas require specific engineering for wind, snow, or seismic loads. Narrow's architect customization service (Step 5) handles these regional adaptations.
Ultimately, the licensed architect and general contractor share responsibility for code compliance. The architect ensures the drawings meet code, and the contractor ensures the construction matches the approved plans. Local building inspectors verify compliance at key stages.
Permit timelines vary widely — from a few weeks in rural areas to several months in larger cities. Your contractor or architect can give you a timeline estimate based on your specific jurisdiction.
A typical plan set includes floor plans, exterior elevations, roof plan, foundation plan, wall sections, electrical layout, and general construction notes. Exact contents vary by architect and plan.
Plans provide the architectural drawings. You may still need site-specific engineering (structural, mechanical, plumbing) and local code adaptations. That's what Narrow's customization step handles — working with the architect to create permit-ready drawings for your area.
Yes. After purchasing, you can work with the architect through Narrow's customization service. Modifications range from simple changes (adding a room, adjusting a layout) to full regional code adaptation. Pricing is based on scope.
You receive a license to build one home from the plan. The architect retains the intellectual property and design rights. If you want to build multiple homes from the same plan, contact the architect for additional licensing.
Yes — completely free. Narrow earns revenue from professionals on the platform (architects, contractors, mortgage partners), not from you. Your personalized path, questionnaire, and agent connections cost nothing.
All architects list under their own business identity — not anonymously. Their work, credentials, and reviews are visible on their profile. Narrow vets each professional before they appear in search results.
