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HomeCraftsmanFunctional Garage Plan with Upper-Level Loft and Balcony – 1,040 Sq Ft Garage

Functional Garage Plan with Upper-Level Loft and Balcony – 1,040 Sq Ft Garage

Plan #AM237-A · 0 bd · 1 ba · 2.0 story · 2-car

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Sq Ft
0
Beds
1
Baths
2.0
Stories
2
Garage
10′
Ceilings
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✓ Great fit if you…
  • • You need a detached two-car garage with additional space on the second floor.
  • • You want a loft for hobbies, recreation, or flexible use.
  • • You need attic storage for seasonal items, tools, or equipment.
  • • You value outdoor features such as a balcony and covered porch.
! May not be the best fit if you…
  • • You need a conventional primary residence with multiple bedrooms.
  • • You require an attached garage connected directly to your main home.
  • • You need a single-level garage without an upstairs loft.
  • • You prefer a garage plan without extensive porch or balcony space.

This plan tends to appeal to:

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Floor Plans · 38.00′W × 40.00′D

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Main floor plan — Functional Garage Plan with Upper-Level Loft and Balcony – 1,040 Sq Ft Garage

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$1,280
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About this plan

The 1,040 sq ft detached, front-load two-car garage forms the primary element of this garage plan, with a 742 sq ft second-floor loft adding usable space above the vehicle area. A 480 sq ft covered porch extends the structure outdoors, while the upper-level balcony creates an additional exterior area. The 38′-wide by 40′-deep footprint combines garage capacity with a separate upper-level arrangement.

The ground level is dedicated to the garage, while the second floor contains the loft and one full bathroom. The open loft layout provides flexible space for hobbies, recreation, or storage-related activities, depending on the intended use. An attic adds another storage option, and the balcony offers access to the outdoors from the upper level without requiring additional ground-level footprint.

Construction specifies a floating or monolithic slab foundation, 2×6 wall framing, and truss or stick roof framing. Lap siding and board-and-batten siding define the exterior, while the covered porch provides sheltered outdoor space. The garage-centered layout suits properties needing vehicle accommodation with additional space above. 👉 View floor plans, photos, and pricing to get started today.

What's included in this plan
  • ✓Exterior elevations (all sides)
  • ✓Detailed floor plan(s) with dimensions
  • ✓Foundation plan
  • ✓Roof plan
  • ✓Schematic electrical layout
  • ✓Building cross-sections
  • ✓General notes & specifications
Not included (handled locally)
  • —Architectural / engineering stamps
  • —Site & grading plan
  • —Structural / framing calculations
  • —Plumbing & HVAC layouts
  • —Energy-compliance documents
  • —Material take-off list
These are typically prepared by your local builder or engineer to meet your jurisdiction's requirements.

Complete Plan Specifications

1st Floor0 sq ft
2nd Floor742 sq ft
Total Porch480 sq ft
Bedrooms0
Full Bathrooms1
Half Bathrooms0
Stories2.0
Width of House38′
Depth of House40′
Building Height27′8″
Garage2-car, front-load
Garage Area1,040 sq ft
FoundationFLOATING_SLAB / Monolithic Slab
Wall Framing2x6
Roof FramingTruss/Stick
SidingLap Siding, Batten Board

Key Features

✓2.0-story layout
✓0 bedrooms · 1 full baths
✓2-car garage
✓38.00′ × 40.00′ footprint
✓Unlimited build license included
✓Copyright release — print as many copies as you need
✓Builder-friendly construction drawings

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What will this cost to build?

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Budget
$300k
Most common
Mid-range
$390k
Premium
$520k+
Indicative range at ~2,000 sq ft ($150–$260/sq ft nationally). Location, contractor & finish significantly affect final cost.
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