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Home Additions & New Construction in Southwest Ranches, FL

Southwest Ranches is a semi-rural town where most lots are an acre or more and many properties are horse ranches. We build home additions, second-story additions, ADUs and new homes here.

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Building in Southwest Ranches

Almost every home in Southwest Ranches is a detached single-family house, most built in the 1970s and 1980s. Local law bars homes on lots under one acre, and the town has multiuse riding trails.

Permitting runs through several agencies. Building plans generally go to Broward County environmental review, the Broward County Health Department and the local drainage district before the town’s own zoning, engineering and building reviews, and fill cannot be brought onto a property before the building permit is issued. The town publishes a step-by-step flow chart for additions to a single-family home.

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

Rolling Oaks, Sunshine Ranches, Green Meadow, Ivanhoe Estates and Country Estates.

What we build in Southwest Ranches

  • Home Additions

    Ground-floor additions that expand the existing home, including bedrooms, primary suites, kitchens, family rooms and other living spaces.

  • Second-Story Additions

    Adding living space above an existing home or garage, including bedrooms, bathrooms, suites and larger second-floor expansions.

  • Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs)

    Attached or detached additional living spaces where permitted by local zoning and building requirements.

  • New Home Construction

    Ground-up residential construction, including custom homes and replacement homes where an existing structure is demolished and a new residence is constructed.

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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
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Questions homeowners in Southwest Ranches ask

How much do ground-floor home additions cost in Southwest Ranches?

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 Southwest Ranches?

Residential building permits in Southwest Ranches are issued by the Town of Southwest Ranches Building Permitting and Inspections. Harris Contracting coordinates permitting with the municipality and the design professionals as part of every project.

Why does permitting take more steps in Southwest Ranches?

Building plans in the town generally go through outside agencies first, including Broward County environmental review, the Broward County Health Department and the South Broward Drainage District or the Central Broward Water Control District, before the town’s own zoning, engineering and building reviews. Fill also needs its own permit from the Town Engineer.

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 Southwest Ranches?

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