Building a garage can add value to your home and provide a functional solution for vehicle protection, storage, or workspace. Before you build a garage addition on your home, however, careful planning is required to ensure the space functions the way you’d like, complies with local building regulations, and blends with the existing architecture of your home. Corso Construction makes it easy to plan your project because our team handles all the technical details, so you just need to share your vision, and we’ll take care of the rest from design and permitting to construction to the final inspection.
Here’s a closer look at what we’ll consider as we get your project started.
Intended Usage
Garages may have a wide range of uses from secure vehicle storage and protection to storage of household items and seasonal decorations to workshops for crafts, carpentry, or bicycle maintenance. For some homeowners, the garage is a multi-functional space that incorporates a little bit of everything. To ensure that your new garage offers the functional layout you need, tell us about the type and number of vehicles you want to store, the amount of storage space you need for other items, and the layout of any hobby spaces you want to include in the design.
Location and Design
Garage construction may involve building a brand-new structure that’s detached from the home, enclosing an existing carport, expanding an existing garage, or building an addition onto the home. The right solution will depend on the current layout of your space, the intended square footage for the new garage, and whether you want direct access to the garage from your home. Whether it’s a new structure, a renovation, or a home addition, Corso Construction will create a design that makes your new garage look and feel like an original feature of your home.
Electrical Capacity
In Tucson, you may want to add climate control to the garage with a mini-split unit or other ductless A/C system, especially if you plan to use the space for a workshop or home gym. You also need to consider the lighting, tools or appliances, and other electrical features you want in the space so that it can be designed and built to have the right electrical capacity.
Setbacks and Zoning Requirements
Technical considerations for your project include setbacks—or the distance required between structures and property lines, roads, and easements—along with lot coverage, height limits, and stormwater management. If your home is in a historical preservation area, additional design and material restrictions may apply. For any detached structure or garage addition, a permit from the City of Tucson or Pima County Planning and Development Services Department is required. Corso Construction will handle the planning and permitting process, ensuring that your project is compliant with zoning requirements and other restrictions, including HOA guidelines where applicable.
If you’re ready to upgrade your home with a new garage or carport conversion, tell Corso Construction how you want to use the space, and we’ll start planning your garage addition. Contact us today to schedule a design consultation.