SHED PLANS
Twelve permit-ready shed plan sets, from a compact 8×8 up to a 12×20 — ten gable and two lean-to. Every set is a 9-sheet, 11×17 construction package drawn and checked by an ICC-Certified Building Official (and former home builder), with the 2021 IRC section cited at every structural decision, a real wall section, and a complete materials takeoff.
Most shed plans online are pretty renders with thin details that stall the first time a plans examiner opens them. These are drawn the way an examiner wants to see a set: design criteria on the cover, closed dimension strings, code citations you can check, and a bill of materials that actually matches the drawings. Pick a size below and the link opens that plan set on Etsy for an instant PDF download.
| Plan | Sq ft | Roof | Door | Windows | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8×8 | 64 | Gable · 6:12 | 3′ single | 1 (2×3) | $19 | View plans → |
| 8×10 | 80 | Gable · 6:12 | 4′ double | 1 (3×3) | $19 | View plans → |
| 8×12 | 96 | Gable · 6:12 | 5′ double | 2 (3×3) | $19 | View plans → |
| 10×10 | 100 | Gable · 6:12 | 5′ double | 1 (3×3) | $19 | View plans → |
| 10×12 | 120 | Gable · 6:12 | 5′ double | 1 (3×3) | $19 | View plans → |
| 10×14 | 140 | Gable · 6:12 | 5′ double | 2 (3×3) | $19 | View plans → |
| 10×16 | 160 | Gable · 6:12 | 6′ double | 2 (3×3) | $19 | View plans → |
| 12×12 | 144 | Gable · 6:12 | 5′ double | 1 (3×4) | $19 | View plans → |
| 12×16 | 192 | Gable · 6:12 | 6′ double | 2 (3×4) | $19 | View plans → |
| 12×20 | 240 | Gable · 6:12 | 6′ double | 2 (3×4) | $19 | View plans → |
| 8×12 | 96 | Lean-To · 2:12 | 4′ double | 1 (3×3) | $19 | View plans → |
| 10×12 | 120 | Lean-To · 2:12 | 5′ double | 2 (3×3, 2×3) | $19 | View plans → |
Plans are sold through our Etsy shop (ProjectCalcShop) as instant digital downloads — $19 each. Links open in a new tab.
What’s in every set (9 sheets)
- S0 — Cover: design criteria (snow, wind, seismic, soil) and plan notes
- S1 — Floor Plan: fully dimensioned, walls lettered and keyed to the schedules
- S2 — Foundation: two approved options — timber skid and concrete slab with a thickened edge, rebar detail, vapor retarder
- S3 — Exterior Elevations: all four sides with heights and materials
- S4 — Roof Framing: rafter layout (plus the ceiling-joist / rafter-tie plan on gables)
- S5 — Typical Wall Section: the real eave assembly — subfascia, fascia, vented soffit, drip edge, birdsmouth
- S6 — Wall Framing: king / jack studs, headers, cripples, opening details (and the rake-wall stud schedule on lean-tos)
- S7 — Notes & Schedules: general notes, header schedule, 2021 IRC fastening schedule
- S8 — Materials List: every board, sheet, bundle, and bolt with quantities
Which size do I need?
Size a shed by what goes in it, then add room to walk around it. Quick guide:
- 8×8 to 8×12 — mowers, trimmers, bikes, and garden tools; a tidy backyard storage shed.
- 10×10 to 10×16 — a riding mower plus a workbench, or a small workshop with a window for light.
- 12×12 to 12×20 — ATVs, a full workshop, lawn tractor with attachments, or a she-shed / studio. The 12×20 clears 240 sq ft, so plan on a permit in most places.
Every door 4 ft and wider is drawn as a double (pair) door — a single site-built leaf over about 3 ft racks and sags, so wide openings are framed correctly as two leaves.
Gable vs. lean-to
Gableis the classic peaked roof — more headroom down the center, room for a loft, and the look most people picture when they say “shed.” All ten gable plans are drawn at a 6:12 pitch.
Lean-to is a single-slope roof that sits lower and drains to one side — ideal against a fence, garage, or house wall, and a cleaner, more modern profile. The two lean-to sets (8×12 and 10×12) use a 2:12 mono-pitch with 2×8 rafters bearing on both walls, so no ceiling ties are required, and they include a dimensioned rake-wall stud cut schedule.
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Shed plan FAQ
Are these shed plans really permit-ready?
Every sheet cites the 2021 IRC section it satisfies, with the design criteria (30 psf ground snow, 115 mph ultimate wind) on the cover, closed dimension strings, a true wall section, and a materials takeoff that matches the drawings. They are drawn and checked by an ICC-Certified Building Official — the same kind of official who reviews permit applications. Always confirm local amendments (frost depth, wind and snow loads) with your building department.
What do I get, and in what format?
A 9-sheet 11×17 PDF construction set: cover and design criteria, floor plan, two approved foundation options (timber skid and concrete slab), exterior elevations, roof framing, a typical wall section, wall framing with opening details, general notes and code schedules, and a complete materials list. It is an instant download after purchase and prints at 11×17 or letter.
Will I need a building permit?
It depends on your jurisdiction. Many exempt accessory structures under 200 sq ft, but the rules vary and larger sheds (200 sq ft and up) usually require a permit. These plans are drawn to be handed to a building department when one is required — verify the threshold and any local amendments with your city or county.
Gable or lean-to — which roof should I pick?
A gable (the classic peaked roof) gives more headroom and room for a loft or overhead storage. A lean-to (single-slope) roof sits lower and tucks neatly against a fence, garage, or house wall, and reads more modern. Both are offered fully permit-ready; pick by where the shed sits and how much height you want.
What codes and loads are these designed to?
The 2021 International Residential Code, at 30 psf ground snow, 115 mph ultimate wind (Exposure B), and 1500 psf presumptive soil. If your local snow or wind loads are higher, verify with your building department before you build — the plans tell you exactly which tables govern so an examiner can check the numbers.
Can I get a refund?
Because these are instant digital downloads, all sales are final. But message me through Etsy with any question before or after your purchase and I will make it right.
Plans drawn and reviewed by Brent J., an ICC-Certified Building Official. Not a sealed engineering document — verify local amendments, frost depth, and wind / snow loads with your building department.