Design

• A family, couple or person decides they want to build a home and visits with an architect to discuss the plans and layout; or, alternatively, they choose a pre-built layout (see Resources).
  
  

Plans

• The plans are finalized, and additional interior or exterior additions are made.
  
  

Building Permits

• The plans are presented to the city where the home is to be built. The plane must meet all of the city's zoning requirements to be approved.
  
  

Contractor

• The home builders contact a contractor to help them build the home. They will hire someone to excavate the land, if necessary; someone to build the foundation; and a group of workers to frame and finish the house.
  
  

Wiring and Interior

• After the home is built, an electrician is hired to wire it, a plumber is hired to install the pipes, and more contractors are hired to install drywall, siding and paint, and finish the interior with appliances, carpet and flooring.