We at Palas Homes have extensive experience in single family construction.  Questions regarding existing trees on your property? Unsure of how to navigate the development permit process at the City?  Interested in finding out more about conditional permits which may allow you to build a larger home?  Requirements regarding energy efficiency leave you scratching your head?  Are tenants currently living on the property you wish to redevelop?  The principals at Palas Homes have successfully navigated through all these issues and more.  Our expertise will save you time and money when building your new home.

Whether you are building a home for yourself to live in or want to build a spec home to sell for profit, we can assist you.  You can choose to be as involved as you like – from a homeowner interested in choosing all the finishings to an investor who wants to be handed a key at the end of a fixed-price build, or someone in between, we welcome the opportunity to work with you and your individual needs.

How long will it take to build our home?
Generally speaking, a single family home will take a total of 14-20 months to complete, INCLUDING the pre-planning process, depending on the types of approvals needed and the size and complexity of the project.

What are the major steps in building our new home?
The overall process is as follows:

• Budget outline, Survey, Design of Floor Plan (1.5-2 months):
  During this stage, we will collaboratively form a preliminary budget, design the floor plan, consult on-site and do a site survey.

• City Approvals, Designing the Interior (2-6 months):
  At this next stage, we will submit applications for all the necessary permits and work with the interior designer to finalize the interior layout.  City approval time during this stage will vary depending on whether a development permit is required or not.

• Finalize Budget (1 week):
  We will finalize all finishings and budget costs and start construction once the budget is approved by the client.

• Construction (10-12 months):
  At this stage, we will do all the construction work including digging, framing, finishings, etc.  Once the home receives an occupancy permit from the City, your new home warranty will commence and you can move in!

We would be pleased to talk to you and to schedule an appointment to discuss your project in more detail.  We are happy to provide a free detailed quote, as well as answer any questions you may have about the process, the budget or the timeline.

The Palas Difference:

We strive to provide peace of mind, as constructing a new home is a major milestone in your life.

• We’re always available by phone, text or email to chat before, during and after the project.
• We keep you in the loop by providing regular reports on the progress of your single family house.
• At the end of the project, you have the option of receiving a custom binder with all the relevant information regarding your new home.