At C.L. Smith Construction, Inc., located in Southport, NC and serving Oak Island, our services go beyond actual home
building. Many property owners in Oak Island know what they want in a home, but need
assistance in selecting or designing a plan that best suits their needs, home
site and budget. Cameron enjoys being involved from the initial planning stages
and feels that he can provide the direction that many of his clients desire. He
will take his clients through a 3-step pre-construction process that results in
the perfect home for you and your family.
Step 1 : Getting to Know You
 At the initial meeting, Cameron will become familiar with your needs and
ideas in a home suited for Oak Island. In addition, he will visit your home site to help you determine
the best way to position your home. The following will be taken into account:
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- Desirable trees
- Sun orientation
- Lot shape and width
- Access to garage
- Other terrain features
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Step 2 : Selecting a Home Plan
 Once a workable "footprint" for your home has been determined, we will assist
you in selecting a home plan. If you are unable to find the perfect plan, we
will arrange a meeting for you with a local designer. Not only will you get
exactly what you want in a floor plan, but any special features of your home
site can be taken into consideration. In addition, Cameron will make cost
suggestions through the preliminary design process that will keep you within
your budget.
Step 3 : The Architectural Review Board (ARB)
 The final step before construction can begin is taking your plan and material
selections through the community Architectural Review Board (ARB). There are two
ARM meetings that Cameron will attend, preliminary and final. The preliminary
meeting occurs once the designer has completed the initial plans to your
satisfaction. This will enable the ARB to identify possible elevation concerns
and make suggestions.
| As the plan is being finalized and approved, Cameron will
assist you in selecting your material samples for the final ARB meeting. Such
materials include: |
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- Type of brick or siding
- Paint colors
- Windows
- Roofing
- Other exterior requirements
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Setting a Construction Schedule just for you
 Once the plan has been finalized and approved (this process usually takes
6-10 weeks), construction on your home can begin! We will provide you with a
construction schedule that will enable you to follow the progress of your home.
In addition, you will receive a selection schedule that will inform you when
decisions need to be made regarding fixtures, accessories, and other materials.
Along with your schedules, you will receive a list of all vendors and a map of
their location.
We hope that our structure and guidance will
make your home building experience a simple and enjoyable
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