tropical house plans

Tropical house plans

Tropical house plans are built in the warm weather regions, not just the tropics. Ocean front homes in Florida or California could also be considered as tropical homes

Tropical house plans

Homes built by the sea are often raised on stilts in case the tide comes in. The height of the stilts depends on the common water table height, however, is typically four to eight feet. In most regions where homes are built on the beach, there are strict building codes

These codes protect wildlife, such as turtles and other critters that are make their home in the sand

Construction restrictions include building for resistance to high winds. Quality exterior doors and windows are hurricane rated, as are garage doors. These codes keep us and our neighbors safe from flying debris, as well as keeping our home in tact

Most regions require architectural or engineer stamps for permit