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Home Additions & New Construction in Plantation, FL

Plantation began in 1947 as a community of houses on one-acre lots, and Plantation Acres still keeps a rural feel. We build home additions, second-story additions, ADUs and new homes here.

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Building in Plantation

Most of Plantation’s single-family homes were built from the 1960s through the 1990s. Plantation Acres, annexed in 1973, is designated a Special Public Interest Rural District to protect its natural landscape, and its drainage is handled by the Plantation Acres Improvement District, a board separate from the city.

The city is laid out on drainage canals. Most of it is outside the high-risk flood zones on the FEMA maps that took effect in July 2024, with some AH and AE areas.

Homes here sit inside Florida’s High Velocity Hurricane Zone, so new structure is engineered for wind loads from the roof down to the foundation.

Neighborhoods

Jacaranda, Plantation Acres and Melaleuca Isles.

What we build in Plantation

Know the ballpark before you call

Pick a project type and size to see a preliminary planning range at each of our three finish packages. For preliminary planning purposes only; not a quote or construction proposal.

What customers are saying about us

Don’t just take our word for it!

"Big thanks to Calvin and his entire crew for the work they did for me on my Dad's house. Always professional while there, quality work, and finished on time as promised. Would highly recommend."
PJ Kennedy Home Owner
"Calvin and the team at Harris Contracting completed 2 significant remodeling projects at my home. The first was a bathroom remodel and the second was the installation of a second floor mezzanine. I was impressed with the teams responsiveness and overall quality of the work. We had a few bumps along the way, but Calvin ensured any issues were addressed promptly. They showed up when agreed and also worked into the evenings and some weekend days to make sure the projects stayed on track. Having experienced some very difficult and unprofessional contractors in Florida, Harris Contracting are professional company, charging a fair price and delivered on my expectations. Recommended."
David Robinson Home Owner
"Great company to work with, very professional. I will be doing more business with Calvin for sure. If you’re looking to get work done and not have to worry he is your contractor!"
Andy Vazquez Home Owner

Questions homeowners in Plantation ask

How much do ground-floor home additions cost in Plantation?

It depends on the size of the project and the finish package you choose: Essential, Signature or Legacy. Pricing varies based on project type, size, complexity, existing conditions, structural requirements, and the finish level selected. Our Instant Pricer gives you a preliminary planning range for your project type and size in about a minute, and after a site visit you receive a preliminary pricing assessment with a realistic construction investment range.

Pricing shown is for preliminary planning purposes only and is not a quote or construction proposal. Final pricing is determined after pre-construction/design and owner approval of the construction plans.

Who issues building permits for an addition in Plantation?

Residential building permits in Plantation are issued by the City of Plantation Department of Building Safety. Applications go through Accela Citizen Access. Harris Contracting coordinates permitting with the municipality and the design professionals as part of every project.

How long does a home addition take to build?

As a general planning guideline, construction for many additions may take approximately 4–8 months after permits are issued.

Design, engineering and permitting occur before construction and can add several months depending on the project and municipality. Timelines vary with project size and complexity, design requirements, permitting time, material lead times, site conditions and owner selections. These are general planning ranges, not guaranteed completion dates.

Does Harris Contracting handle design, engineering and permits?

Yes. Under a separate pre-construction agreement, Harris Contracting coordinates the pre-construction services a project requires, which may include surveys, zoning and feasibility review, existing-condition documentation, architectural design, structural engineering and MEP engineering. We then coordinate permitting with the municipality and the design professionals.

Planning a major home project in Plantation?

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