The Ultimate Guide to Building Your Guest Home: A Step-by-Step Process

Building a guest home is a significant investment and involves a detailed process to ensure everything runs smoothly. Our partners have developed a streamlined execution timeline to guide you through each phase. Here's a breakdown of what you can expect:

Phase 1: Site Visit

The journey begins with a comprehensive site visit. Our partners' team of professionals will visit your property to conduct a thorough analysis. This includes completing a due diligence checklist, assembling your specific project scope, and preparing a refined quote for your project. This initial step ensures that all unique aspects of your property are considered from the outset.

Phase 2: Contract + Bid

Once the site visit is complete, our partners' team will assemble a detailed construction agreement. This contract highlights the final quote, proposed timelines, payment schedules, and all other contractual elements of the project. This phase is designed to provide clarity and transparency, ensuring that you understand every detail before proceeding.

Phase 3: Permit Preparation

With the agreement in place, the team at Minimal HQ will prepare your complete permit package. This includes all necessary lot studies, engineering and architectural documentation, soil testing, and planning essentials needed to acquire your approved permit. This thorough preparation ensures that all bases are covered, allowing for a smooth permitting process.

Phase 4: Permit Submittal & Tracking

Our partners' dedicated team will manage the permitting process from start to finish. They will submit all required documentation and handle any revision requests promptly. You can expect to receive updates once or twice a month during this stage, keeping you informed of any meaningful progress.

Phase 5: Permit Approval

Upon receiving an approved permit, our partners will initiate the entire construction planning process and schedule. Their team immediately orders all large-scope materials to avoid construction delays due to lead times. This proactive approach ensures that your project stays on track and progresses efficiently.

Phase 6: Product Construction

The construction phase is where your guest home starts to take shape. Our partners' team of builders and project managers work diligently to maintain schedules, communicate effectively, and construct a high-quality unit. As the customer, you will receive a detailed construction schedule and regular updates as the project progresses. Progress payments are processed as key benchmarks are completed within your project's construction timeline.

Conclusion

Building a guest home is a complex but rewarding process. By following this detailed execution timeline, our partners ensure that every aspect of the project is meticulously planned and executed. From the initial site visit to the final construction phase, each step is designed to provide a seamless and transparent experience.

Ready to start your guest home project? Contact us today to schedule your initial site visit and take the first step towards building a beautiful, functional guest home on your property.