VG Home Buyers LLC — Estimating Intelligence

Plans Variable
Cheat Sheet Variables to extract from each drawing type · use as on-plan stamp box

DocPlans Cheat Sheet
Rev2026-05-11
OwnerEstimating
StatusActive
Each plan type below shows the variables that should be read from it and entered into the VG Estimating Intelligence sheet. The stamp box section at the bottom is a compact version intended to be added directly to plan sheets — the design team fills it in when they deliver a drawing.
IHA / Cabinet Designer (Form 06)
Architect / Draftsperson (Form 03)
Structural Engineer (Form 02)
MEP / HVAC / Low-Voltage Engineer (Form 04–05)
Surveyor / Civil (Form 00 / 07)
IHA / Cabinet Designer Plans — Form 06
01
Kitchen
F06
  • lnft_cabinetsUpper + lower cabinet linear feet
  • islandIsland included (yes / no)
  • kitchen_bs_sqftBacksplash area (sq ft)
  • sink_cutoutsUndermount sink cutout count
  • cooktop_cutoutCooktop cutout (yes / no)
  • cabinet_pull_countTotal pulls + knobs from schedule
  • full_height_pantryTall / full-height pantry units
  • sqft_countertopCounter template area (sq ft)
Feeds: P3W04P3W09P3W11P3W13
02
Laundry Room
F06
  • lnft_cabinetsCabinet linear feet (laundry run)
  • laundry_bs_sqftBacksplash area (sq ft)
  • laundry_sinkLaundry sink included (yes / no)
  • washer_dryerConfig (stacked / side-by-side / no)
  • cabinet_pull_countPulls + knobs (laundry)
Feeds: P3W04P3W11P2W02P3W16
03
Vanities
F06
  • bath_vanity_countTotal vanity units across all baths
  • lnft_cabinetsVanity cabinet linear feet (per bath)
  • sink_cutoutsUndermount sink cutouts (vanities)
  • sqft_countertopVanity top area (sq ft)
  • cabinet_pull_countPulls + knobs (vanity cabinets)
  • mirror_countVanity mirrors
Feeds: P3W04P3W09P3W13P3W15
04
Wine Bars
F06
  • wet_bar_countBar units with plumbing rough-in
  • lnft_cabinetsBar cabinet linear feet
  • wine_bar_bs_sqftBacksplash area (sq ft)
  • sink_cutoutsBar sink cutouts
  • wine_fridgeWine fridge included (yes / no)
  • sqft_countertopBar countertop area (sq ft)
  • cabinet_pull_countBar pulls + knobs
Feeds: P3W04P3W09P3W11P2W02P3W16
05
Closets
F06
  • walk_in_countWalk-in closet count
  • custom_closet_countBuilt-in organizer system count
  • closet_countTotal closets on plan
  • closet_materialMaterial (painted MDF / wood / wire)
  • lnft_cabinetsBuilt-in cabinet linear feet
Feeds: P3W06P3W04
06
Pantry
F06
  • full_height_pantryTall / full-height pantry unit count
  • lnft_cabinetsPantry cabinet linear feet
  • cabinet_pull_countPantry pulls + knobs
  • sqft_countertopPantry countertop area (sq ft)
Feeds: P3W04P3W09P3W13
07
Shower Elevations
F06
  • shower_wall_sqftShower wall tile area (sq ft)
  • sqft_tileTotal tile area incl. floor (sq ft)
  • shower_encl_countFrameless enclosures to fabricate
  • steam_showerSteam rough-in required (yes / no)
  • niche_countTile niches (note for labor)
Feeds: P3W02P3W15P2W02
08
Tile Plan
F06
  • sqft_tileConfirmed tile area — all baths (sq ft)
  • shower_wall_sqftShower wall tile (sq ft)
  • tile_sizeSize (standard ≤12 in / large-format)
  • tile_orientationOrientation (straight / diagonal)
  • floor_patternPattern (field / accent border / mosaic)
  • tile_takeoff_sqftMaterial takeoff with waste factor
Feeds: P3W02
09
Built-Ins
F06
  • trim_bookshelvesBuilt-in bookshelves (lnft)
  • trim_bench_builtinsBench built-ins (count)
  • trim_mudroomMudroom build-out (sq ft / lnft)
  • lnft_cabinetsBuilt-in cabinet linear feet
  • cabinet_pull_countHardware count
Feeds: P3W07P3W04
Architect / Draftsperson — Form 03
10
Floor Plan & Elevations
F03
  • sqft_above_gradeConditioned above-grade area (sq ft)
  • sqft_footprintBuilding footprint / roof plan area
  • sqft_wallsInterior face of exterior walls (sq ft)
  • sqft_ceilingsTotal ceiling area for drywall + paint
  • sqft_atticAttic floor area for insulation
  • specialty_ceil_sqftCoffered / tray / vaulted ceiling (sq ft)
  • sqft_interior_wallsPaintable interior wall area (sq ft)
  • sqft_exterior_paintExterior paintable surface (sq ft)
  • sqft_hardwood / vinylFlooring area by type (sq ft)
  • ceiling_heightNew ceiling height (9 / 10 ft / vaulted)
  • finish_levelDrywall finish level (L4 / L5)
  • stair_tread_countTotal stair treads
  • landing_sqftStair landing area (sq ft)
  • walk_in_countWalk-in closet count
  • closet_countTotal closets
  • lnft_base_trimBase molding linear feet
  • lnft_casingDoor / window casing linear feet
  • lnft_crownCrown molding linear feet
  • lnft_railingInterior railing linear feet
  • addition_sqftAddition area if applicable (sq ft)
  • covered_porch_sqftCovered porch area (sq ft)
  • masonry_sqftStone veneer / brick exterior (sq ft)
  • ext_steps_countExterior stair runs
Feeds: P1W06P1W07P1W09P2W07P2W08P3W03P3W05–7P3W08P3W19
11
Window & Door Schedule
F03
  • window_countTotal window count
  • custom_window_countNon-standard sizes / shapes
  • door_count_intTotal interior doors
  • door_knob_countTotal knobs / levers (passage + privacy + lockset)
  • door_heightInterior door height (6'8" / 7' / 8')
  • ext_door_countExterior doors (excl. garage)
  • garage_door_countOverhead garage doors
  • garage_door_sizeGarage door size (single / double)
Feeds: P1W08P3W05P3W13
12
Siding
F03
  • sqft_sidingExterior wall surface area (sq ft)
  • siding_typeMaterial (vinyl / fiber-cement / wood)
  • trim_profileCorner boards / frieze / water table style
  • accent_materialStone veneer / brick accent (yes / no)
  • shutter_countShutter pairs
  • lnft_guttersLinear feet of gutters
  • dormer_countRoof dormers (affects siding runs)
Feeds: P1W10P1W11
13
Utility Plan
F03
  • utility_relocationService lines need to move (yes / no)
  • drywellDrywell required (yes / no)
  • sewer_scopeSewer work scope
  • well_workWell work required (yes / no)
  • grading_scopeGrading scope (rough only / finish)
Feeds: P1W02P1W04
Structural Engineer — Form 02
14
Structural Engineering Plans
F02
  • beam_countEngineered LVL / steel beams
  • truss_planTrusses (roof / floor / both / no)
  • major_openingsNew structural openings (count)
  • waterproofing_typeWaterproofing system (interior / exterior / both)
  • drainage_lnftLinear feet of drainage
  • footing_depthFrost depth / engineer spec
  • foundation_wall_htNew foundation wall height
  • retaining_wall_lnftLinear feet of retaining wall
  • rim_joist_lnftRim joist linear feet
Feeds: P1W05P1W06P2W07
15
Property Survey
F00
  • lot_sqftTotal lot area (sq ft)
  • lot_dimensionsFrontage × depth (ft)
  • steep_slopeSteep slope present (yes / no)
  • wetlands_statusNJDEP wetlands jurisdiction (yes / no)
  • easement_statusRecorded easements (none / type)
  • lot_slopeGrade (flat / moderate / steep)
Feeds: P1W04P2W10legal / zoning
MEP / HVAC / Low-Voltage Engineer — Forms 04–05
16
Electrical Plans
F04
  • circuit_countCircuits from panel schedule
  • fixture_count_elecTotal light fixture count
  • service_sizeService size (100A / 200A / 400A)
  • panel_upgradePanel upgrade required (yes / no)
  • ev_chargerEV charger 240V circuit (yes / no)
  • generator_hookupGenerator transfer switch (yes / no)
Feeds: P2W04P3W14
17
HVAC Plans
F04
  • zone_countHVAC zones
  • equipment_tonnageTotal tonnage from equipment schedule
  • duct_typeDuct type (rigid / flex / combination)
  • hvac_grille_countSupply / return grilles
  • sqft_conditionedConfirmed conditioned area (sq ft)
  • radiant_heatRadiant floor heat zones (yes / no)
Feeds: P2W03P3W14
18
Plumbing / MEP Plans
F04
  • plumbing_fix_countTotal plumbing fixtures
  • wet_bar_countWet bars with plumbing rough-in
  • laundry_sinkLaundry sink (yes / no)
  • outdoor_hose_bibsExterior hose bib count
  • steam_showerSteam shower rough-in (yes / no)
  • full_bath_countFull bathroom count (confirm)
  • half_bath_countHalf bath / powder room count
Feeds: P2W02P3W14
19
Low Voltage / Security Plans
F05
  • network_drop_countCat6 / ethernet drop count
  • speaker_zone_countIn-ceiling speaker zone count
  • camera_countSecurity camera count
  • low_voltage_scopeScope (basic 1.0 / structured 1.5)
  • smart_home_systemAutomation level (none / basic / integrated)
  • doorbell_cameraVideo doorbell (yes / no)
  • access_controlSmart locks / keypads (yes / no)
Feeds: P2W05
Landscape / Civil — Form 07
20
Landscape / Site Plan
F07
  • sqft_drivewayDriveway surface area (sq ft)
  • driveway_materialMaterial (gravel / asphalt / concrete / pavers)
  • drainage_type_dwDriveway drainage type
  • curb_cut_requiredCurb cut permit needed (yes / no)
  • lnft_fenceFence linear feet
  • fence_heightFence height (4 / 6 / 8 ft)
  • gate_countFence gates
  • sod_sqftSod area (sq ft)
  • planting_countTrees / shrubs / perennials
  • mulch_cu_ydsCubic yards of mulch
  • gravel_sqftGravel / stone area (sq ft)
  • irrigationIrrigation system (yes / no)
Feeds: P2W10P2W11P2W12
On-Plan Stamp Boxes — add to each drawing set

The boxes below are compact versions of the variable list above, sized to be added as a required data block on each plan sheet. The design team fills in confirmed values when they deliver the drawing. Paste the appropriate box onto each plan type.

KITCHEN VG Estimating · Form 06
Upper + lower cab lnft
Island (yes / no)
Backsplash (sq ft)
Countertop (sq ft)
Sink cutouts
Cooktop cutout (y/n)
Pulls + knobs (total)
Full-height pantry units
LAUNDRY ROOM VG Estimating · Form 06
Cabinet lnft
Backsplash (sq ft)
Countertop (sq ft)
Laundry sink (y/n)
W/D config
Pulls + knobs
VANITIES VG Estimating · Form 06
Vanity unit count
Cabinet lnft (total)
Countertop (sq ft)
Sink cutouts
Mirrors
Pulls + knobs
WINE BARS VG Estimating · Form 06
Bar units w/ plumbing
Cabinet lnft
Backsplash (sq ft)
Countertop (sq ft)
Sink cutouts
Wine fridge (y/n)
Pulls + knobs
SHOWER ELEVATIONS VG Estimating · Form 06
Shower wall tile (sq ft)
Floor tile (sq ft)
Frameless enclosures
Steam rough-in (y/n)
Niches (count)
TILE PLAN VG Estimating · Form 06
Total tile area (sq ft)
Shower wall (sq ft)
Tile size
Orientation
Floor pattern
Takeoff w/ waste (sq ft)
FLOOR PLAN & ELEVATIONS VG Estimating · Form 03
Above-grade sqft
Footprint sqft
Ceiling area (sq ft)
Specialty ceil (sq ft)
Ceiling height
Finish level (L4 / L5)
Base trim (lnft)
Casing (lnft)
Crown (lnft)
Interior railing (lnft)
Stair treads (total)
Walk-in closets
WINDOW & DOOR SCHEDULE VG Estimating · Form 03
Window count (total)
Custom windows
Interior door count
Door height
Knobs / levers (total)
Ext doors (excl. garage)
Garage doors (count / size)
STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING VG Estimating · Form 02
Beams (LVL / steel)
Trusses (roof / floor / both)
New openings (count)
Waterproofing type
Drainage (lnft)
Retaining wall (lnft)
Rim joist (lnft)
Foundation wall ht
VG Home Buyers LLC — Estimating Intelligence — Plans Cheat Sheet — Rev 2026-05-11 Companion: Non-Plans Cheat Sheet