Economy Garage Plans

A few years ago I received inquiries about modifying some of the plans to make as low cost as possible and still meet building code requirements. Economy Garage Plans by Behm Design are designed and detailed to reduce construction costs. Using standard materials and simplified detailing reduces labor costs for construction.....

Cost reducing features in the  Economy Garage Plans include:

• Wall and roof framing @ 24" o.c. instead of @ 16" o.c.
• Textured OSB or plywood siding panels (single wall construction) to act as sheathing, as well as, siding finish
• Minimized roof eave and gable overhangs with simplified detail 
• 1 x 4 trim is nailed over siding panels (not butted)
• Monolithic-poured, thickened-edge slab/footing which takes less labor for formwork and reinforcing and is done in a single pour instead of two or three.(includes standard footing with stemwall as alternate foundation)
• 2 foot (24 inch) modular standard overall dimensions minimizes wasted material
• Built with commonly available, standard materials to avoid special order fees and costs
• Simple building form such as rectangle or square and straight gable roof