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Professional Engineering Drawings for Residential Dwellings

From new home designs to extension permits, our qualified drafting professionals produce accurate, council-ready engineering drawings that get your project approved and built right β€” first time.

Starting from $800
NCC
National Construction Code compliant
CAD
Industry-standard software
Permit
Council-ready drawing packages
Did you know? Incorrect or non-compliant engineering drawings are the #1 reason for building permit delays in Victoria. Our permit-ready documentation packages are designed to get council approval first time.
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Accurate Drawings. Permit-Ready Packages. Fast Turnaround.

Whether you're building a new home, adding an extension, or completing a structural renovation, you'll need accurate engineering drawings before council will issue a building permit. Our experienced drafting team produces clear, fully dimensioned drawings that meet NCC requirements and are accepted by building surveyors across Victoria.

  • Architectural floor plans, elevations, and sections
  • Foundation and slab layout drawings with reinforcement details
  • Structural framing plans for roof, floors, and walls
  • Site plans showing setbacks, drainage, and orientation
  • Full permit submission packages for building surveyors
  • As-built drawings for post-construction documentation
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Compliant with:
NCC β€” National Construction Code
AS 1170 β€” Structural Loading
Fully Licensed & Insured
Permit-Ready Documentation

What We Produce

Every drawing set is produced using industry-standard CAD software, fully dimensioned, and compliant with NCC and local council requirements.

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Architectural Floor Plans

Detailed room layouts with all dimensions, door and window schedules, area calculations, and room notations required for building permit submission.

  • Room dimensions and areas
  • Door and window schedules
  • Internal wall positions
  • Wet area and service locations
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Foundation & Slab Details

Footing layouts, beam positions, reinforcement bar schedules, and concrete slab design details β€” all compliant with AS 2870 for residential slabs and footings.

  • Footing depth and width schedules
  • Slab reinforcement layout
  • Beam and pier positions
  • AS 2870 site classification compliance
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Elevation Drawings

All four external elevations showing building heights, external material finishes, window and door openings, and overall form β€” essential for council submission.

  • All four cardinal elevations
  • Floor-to-ceiling and ridge heights
  • External cladding notations
  • Setback and boundary dimensions
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Section & Detail Drawings

Cross-sectional views through the building showing internal construction details, wall build-ups, insulation positions, junction details, and waterproofing information.

  • Building cross-sections
  • Wall and floor build-up details
  • Wet area waterproofing details
  • Eave and fascia junction details
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Site & Setout Plans

Site orientation, legal boundaries, setbacks from all boundaries, driveway positions, drainage fall direction, and neighbouring structure references.

  • Site orientation and north point
  • All boundary setback dimensions
  • Drainage and stormwater direction
  • Easement and overlay notations
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Structural Framing Plans

Roof framing layout, floor joist or beam schedules, steel member sizes, lintel schedules, and connection details required by the structural engineer and builder.

  • Roof framing layout and rafter schedule
  • Floor beam and joist schedule
  • Steel column and lintel sizes
  • Bracing and connection details

Everything in Your Drawing Package

Each drawing package is tailored to your project scope. Below are the core deliverables included across our residential drawing services.

01

Permit Application Package

A complete drawing set specifically formatted for building permit lodgement β€” floor plans, elevations, sections, site plan, and all required notations to satisfy your building surveyor and council.

02

New Home Design Drawings

Full documentation for new residential dwellings from concept through to construction-ready drawings. Coordinated with your builder and certifier to ensure the build proceeds without delays.

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Extension & Addition Drawings

Drawings for ground-floor extensions, decks, pergolas, garages, carports, and granny flats β€” including connection details to the existing structure and all new works clearly shown.

04

Knockdown Rebuild Plans

Complete demolition and new construction drawing sets for knockdown rebuild projects β€” from the demolition plan and site clearance notation through to the full new dwelling documentation.

05

Structural Detail Sheets

Engineer-coordinated structural detail sheets for critical elements such as steel beams, posts, lintels, connections, and retaining structures β€” suitable for builder and certifier use.

06

As-Built / Record Drawings

Post-construction record drawings that document the completed building as it was built β€” used for council records, property transactions, insurance purposes, and future renovation works.

Which Project Are You Working On?

We provide engineering drawings across all common residential project types in Victoria β€” each with its own documentation requirements.

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New Residential Dwelling

Most Common

Complete design and documentation for brand-new homes β€” from initial concept drawings through to a full permit-ready set that your builder and certifier can work from.

  • Floor plans, elevations, and sections
  • Site and setout plans
  • Foundation and slab details
  • Structural framing and bracing plans
  • Full permit submission package
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Extensions & Renovations

Permit Required

Most extensions and structural alterations β€” including adding a room, removing a loadbearing wall, building a deck over 1m, or constructing a granny flat β€” require council-approved drawings.

  • Extension and addition plans
  • Structural alteration drawings
  • Granny flat and secondary dwelling
  • Deck, pergola, and carport plans
  • Connection details to existing structure
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Knockdown Rebuild

Full Package

Knockdown rebuilds require both demolition documentation and full new construction drawings. We handle the complete drawing set from demolition plan through to the final dwelling documentation.

  • Demolition and site clearance plan
  • New dwelling permit package
  • Coordinated with council overlays
  • As-built record drawings on completion
  • Suitable for dual-occupancy projects

From Brief to Permit-Ready in 5 Steps

Our streamlined process keeps your project moving. Most drawing packages are completed within 5–10 business days depending on project complexity.

01

Consultation

Discuss your project scope, design requirements, site details, and timeline. We'll advise on what drawings are required for your permit.

02

Site Measure

For extensions and as-builts, we attend site to measure and document the existing structure and conditions before drafting begins.

03

Draft Drawings

Drawings prepared using industry-standard CAD software β€” fully dimensioned, annotated, and compliant with NCC requirements.

04

Client Review

Draft drawings issued for your review. Feedback incorporated and revisions made until you're satisfied with the final set.

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Final Issue

Final permit-ready drawing set issued in PDF and DWG format β€” ready for building surveyor lodgement and builder use.

Engineering Drawings β€” Questions Answered

Common questions from Victorian homeowners and builders about the engineering drawing and permit process.

What drawings do I need for a building permit in Victoria?
A standard building permit application in Victoria typically requires a site plan, floor plans, all four elevation drawings, at least one cross-section, and foundation or slab details. Structural framing plans and engineer-certified structural drawings are also commonly required for new dwellings and structural alterations. We provide a complete package tailored to your project type.
How long does the drafting process take?
Turnaround depends on project complexity. Simple extensions and additions typically take 5–7 business days. New home documentation usually takes 10–15 business days. We'll confirm a realistic timeframe at the initial consultation and keep you updated throughout the process.
Will the drawings be accepted by my building surveyor?
Yes. Our drawings are prepared to the standard required by Victorian building surveyors and are consistent with NCC requirements. We're familiar with the typical queries raised by building surveyors and produce drawings that minimise the need for resubmission. If additional information is requested, we address it promptly at no extra charge for minor queries.
Do structural drawings need to be engineer-stamped?
Structural engineering certification requirements depend on the scope of works. For standard single-storey residential construction, NCC-compliant prescriptive design drawings generally do not require an engineer's stamp. However, for steel-framed structures, multi-storey buildings, or complex structural elements, an engineer's certification is required. We'll advise on this during the consultation phase.
What's included in the starting price of $800?
The $800 starting price covers simple projects such as small decks, carports, and minor additions where limited drawings are required. New home documentation and larger extension packages are priced based on project scope, number of drawing sheets, and complexity. We provide a fixed-price quote after the initial consultation so there are no surprises.
Can you liaise directly with my builder and certifier?
Yes β€” we're happy to coordinate directly with your builder, building surveyor, and structural engineer throughout the project. Clear communication between all parties is essential to keep your project on schedule, and we make ourselves available to resolve any drawing queries promptly.

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Contact us with your project details and we'll provide a fixed-price quote within one business day. Permit-ready drawing packages for all residential projects.