BUILD THE LV Photo by Jennifer Watson

INTRODUCTION Welcome to Rocio Romero’s “Build the LV” guide, a detailed document for those who have moved their dream of owning an LV one step closer to reality. LV SERIES BUILD TASK LIST This Task List contains all the steps one must take to become an LV Homeowner. The steps are organized in logical groups and in chronological order; however, exceptions exist, as there are overlapping activities. The “Action” column denotes who is responsible for completing the task: you the Client (CL), Rocio Romero (RR), General Contractor (GC), Lender (LE), Engineer (EN), or Building Department (BD). The...

Now that you have a better defined project, you can start looking at financing options. Phase F: Becoming an LV Series Client 1 LV Series Contract: When you are ready, contact us so we can create your contract. Executing LV Series Contract: As soon as we receive your deposit and executed contract, an RR sales assistant will contact you confirming receipt. At that time, he/she will introduce you to your RR project manager and answer any questions you may have. LV Package: Once RR verifies transfer of funds, we will mail your LV package. Your LV Kit Home package includes Plans and a Construction...

Permit Review: The building department will review your permit set and notify you or your GC if any changes need to be made and/or if any further information is required. Phase H: Manufacturing & Shipping 1 Timeline Notification: When you are ready, notify RR of your build timeline. Custom Shop Drawings: If yours is a custom design, we will need to update your Kit shop drawings. Please give RR as much notice possible to complete this task. Kit Pricing: Depending on the degree of customization, your design changes can increase or decrease the final amount of monies due to RR. Kit Delivery: You...

LAND SELECTION The build process starts with the right piece of land. Below is a list of things to keep in mind when looking for land. Your General Contractor and Rocio Romero can help you confirm some items on this list, so you can ensure that the site works for your project. Since ours is a Kit of Parts, you don’t have any limitations when selecting your land that will impede the successful delivery of your Kit. However, some sites can present logistical issues and require more planning and coordination. For troubleshooting ideas, read the Shipping Process section on Pg. 23. Determine if your...

3. Site work: Some projects require site work prior to construction. Consider the following: Does the site require excavation or land movement? Tree and/or debris removal? Structure removal? 4. Custom Foundations/Soils: If your home requires a custom foundation due to your land, find out from your General Contractor what that foundation would be and the costs associated with it. For example, if you are in a flood plain you will need to put your home on pile-ons. Also, understand the soil condition of where you plan to build and find out if it requires special excavation and/or a special custom...

PRELIMINARY SCHEMATICS We provide a wide array of custom design services. For an explanation of these, refer to our “Plan Your LV” brochure. Below is a worksheet designed to help you decide whether you need to customize your set and if so, to what degree. CUSTOM DESIGN WORKSHEET FOR PRELIMINARY SCHEMATICS Below are general questions framed so that you better understand what design opportunities are available to you. If you have additional items you’d like to introduce, please share these with us, so that we can better design your custom project. PART 1: SITE PLAN: PLACEMENT, ORIENTATION, AND...

• If you are planning to build on a basement, how do you want to use that space? (E.g.: As storage/utility space, finished additional living space, or a mixture of both.) Does your site allow for a walk-out or daylight basement? • How do you want to transition from one space to the next within your LV Home? Are pocket doors okay, if not do you want to change yours to standard hinged doors? • We specify recessed curtain tracks in our sets—does this suit your needs? If you want a different type of curtain system, let us know so we can update that accordingly. • Do you want exterior lighting for...

GENERAL CONTRACTOR SELECTION GENERAL CONTRACTOR NETWORK We have built LV Homes across the country and internationally, so there is a good chance we can refer you to a General Contractor who has already built an LV. To find out about our General Contractor network, call us at 314.367.2500. FINDING GOOD GENERAL CONTRACTORS IN YOUR AREA Any good General Contractor can build an LV Kit Home. The LV Kit employs regular construction techniques and materials, therefore the process for the General Contractor is easy and straightforward. We are available for any construction-related questions throughout...

BALLPARK BIDS: Attain a ballpark bid from your General Contractor. He or she will need to review the following information below and fill out the Construction Cost Estimation Sheet on one of the following pages: LVS INFORMATIONAL BROCHURE Your GC will need to read the ”Meet the LV” brochure to get a general overview. LV SLIDESHOW The best way to understand how an LV Home gets built is by viewing photos at rocioromero.com. “BUILD YOUR LV” BROCHURE Your GC will need to thoroughly review this brochure, as it describes the details of what you’ll get and the process of building your home. LV SERIES...

LV Series Construction Cost Estimation Sheet Below is a line-by-line item breakdown of the costs associated with building your LV Series Home. Not all items will apply, and you may also need additional items due to special site conditions and your personal taste. Professional Services Kit Deposit (Partial Payment) Architectural Design Fees Engineering Fees General Contractor Fees Site Preparation Land Costs Temporary Utilities Elect., Tele., Cable Hookup Water Hookup Drain Tile Final Kit Payment (Remaining Balance)