GLA is located in New York so all of our house plans are designed in-house to comply with the International Residential Code (IRC) and New York State local code requirements. Although our plans contain virtually all the information required to construct a home, out-of-state, counties, cities, and subdivisions have their own specific, mandatory requirements. Some even require a professional registered in your state to review and approve plans. Although our plans are sold throughout the country and comply with international building standards, you should take your plans to a local building designer or architect to confirm local codes. Contact your local building department to see what is required to get a building permit. Out-of-state purchasers are responsible for adhering to the required building permits as well as obtaining the required reviews and approvals from engineers / architects for the specific state.