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40' x 50' Lean Cottage Architectural Plans
40' x 50' Lean Cottage Architectural Plans
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40' x 50' Lean Cottage Architectural Plans
The 40' x 50' Lean Cottage is the largest plan in the Lean series — 2,000 square feet with three bedrooms, two bathrooms, and the signature contemporary shed roofline that defines this collection. At 50 feet long and 40 feet wide, this is a full-size family home with serious square footage, delivered under a clean single-slope roof that keeps the exterior looking modern and the framing efficient.
Ceiling heights ranging from 8 to 15 feet give the main living areas real volume without the complexity of a two-story build. Two full bathrooms and three well-separated bedrooms make this plan work equally well as a permanent primary residence or a high-capacity vacation rental. The concrete pier or slab foundation adapts to both flat and gently sloped sites.
Plan Specifications
- Footprint: 50' W x 40' L
- Height: 17'-1"
- Floor Area: 2,000 SF
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Foundation: Concrete piers or concrete slab
- Roof Pitch: 2:12
- Ceiling Height: 8'-0" to 15'-0"
- Est. Materials Cost: From $100,000
What's Included
Complete permit-ready plan set including: floor plan, foundation plan, roof framing plan, all four exterior elevations, wall sections, structural details, window and door schedule, and a full materials list. Ready for building permit submission in most US jurisdictions.
Available Plan Options
- Complete PDF Plan — Full plan set as a print-ready PDF. Instant download.
- PDF + CAD Files — Includes editable DWG CAD files compatible with AutoCAD, Illustrator, and TurboCAD.
Who This Plan Is For
The right choice for buyers who want a large modern home with the clean aesthetic of the Lean series at a scale suited to full-time family living. At 2,000 square feet, this is the largest single-story lean-roof design in our catalog — ideal for rural acreage, mountain lots, and lakefront properties where a modern, low-profile roofline complements the landscape. Also a strong performer as a large-group vacation rental where square footage drives occupancy and revenue.
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Drawing Scale
All of our plans are drawn to standard scale (i.e. 1/4" = 1") as per most building and permit requirements.
Complete Plan Set
All plans include: materials list, floor plan, elevations, sections, foundation and roofing plan, electrical plan, plumbing fixture locations, construction details, door and window schedule, and more.