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HOA Regulations and Building a Detached Garage

HOA Regulations and Building a Detached Garage

If you’re planning to build a detached garage on your property, it’s crucial to understand the regulations set by your Homeowners Association. HOAs have rules in place that govern the use and appearance of properties within their jurisdiction, including the design and construction of detached garages. At Behm Design, we specialize in creating building plans

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Benefits of Purchasing Garage Plans Online

Benefits of Purchasing Garage Plans Online

Purchasing garage plans online is a great option for homeowners who want to construct their own garages. It is cost-effective, convenient, and provides professional quality plans that can be tailored to your exact needs.  This provides you with an affordable, hassle-free way to build your dream garage. Moreover, purchasing plans online is a good way

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5 Things to Do Before Building a Detached Apartment Garage

5 Things to Do Before Building a Detached Apartment Garage

If you’re considering building a detached garage with an apartment attached, you’re in the right place. A detached garage is a stand-alone structure for storing vehicles, while the apartment can be used for additional living space.  Building a detached garage with an apartment can provide a convenient and secure place for residents to park their

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How to Budget for a Detached Garage

How to Budget for a Detached Garage

Building a detached garage can be an exciting project. It’s a chance to add extra space to your property, and it can make life a lot easier by providing you with a place to store your car, tools, and other belongings. However, building a garage can also be expensive. Knowing how much you need to

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What to Know About Heating and Cooling Your Garage

What to Know About Heating and Cooling Your Garage

Garages are often the most neglected part of a home. They’re the first place people will look when they want to add on to their property. But they’re the last place people will look when they want to sell their house. That’s why it’s essential to keep your detached or attached garage in tip-top shape,

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How to Pick the Correct Size Detached Garage

How to Pick the Correct Size Detached Garage

The detached garage is a necessity for home additions and customization. The extra space allows you to work on your car, store items like landscaping equipment for the winter, or even throw in a sauna if that’s your thing. With so many types of garage plans available, choosing the right one for your needs can

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7 Detached Garage Ideas for a Large Family

7 Detached Garage Ideas for a Large Family

Looking for detached garage ideas to give your large family more space? Garages are mainly used for storing your car and other belongings. But with creativity and outside-of-the-box thinking, you can convert your garage into an extra living space for the entire family. Here are seven detached garage ideas, from practical to imaginative, to help

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Detached Garage vs. Attached Garage: How to Decide

Detached Garage vs. Attached Garage: How to Decide

Garages come in many shapes and sizes. They can be attached to the house or detached. An attached garage may have its advantages, but it also has its drawbacks. A detached garage has its own set of advantages and disadvantages as well. Let’s look at some of the benefits and drawbacks of detached garages vs.

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5 Ways to Make Your Garage Comfortable and Usable During Winter

5 Ways to Make Your Garage Comfortable and Usable During Winter

As the temperature drops, it’s easy to forget about your garage. But you shouldn’t! When deciding on your design, your garage plans should consider seasonal weather temperatures and functionality. Since your garage can be more than a place to park your vehicles or stow away storage bins of winter decorations and snow shovels, making sure

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6 Styles of Detached Garage That Will Add Value to Your Home

6 Styles of Detached Garage That Will Add Value to Your Home

A detached garage is a valuable addition to any property. In today’s housing market, additional storage for vehicles or other personal items is an attractive asset. If you are thinking about adding one of these outbuildings to your home, let Behm Design help! We have hundreds of detached garage designs, from basic and storage garages

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How Local Zoning Ordinances May Affect Your Garage Plans

How Local Zoning Ordinances May Affect Your Garage Plans

Building an addition to your property should be an exciting time for any homeowner, but running afoul of local zoning ordinances can ruin the whole experience. At Behm Design, we want the construction of your detached garage to go as smoothly as possible. That’s why we have put together this guide on zoning ordinances. It

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4 Ideal Family Garage Plans

4 Ideal Family Garage Plans

Folks with large families know that standard attached garages just don’t cut it when you have a full house. Between the extra cars and the need for additional storage space, a detached garage is often necessary. Fortunately, Behm Design has you covered with our wide range of family garage plans. Everyone needs a little extra

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