20' x 24' Budget Lean Cabin Architectural Plans
20' x 24' Budget Lean Cabin Architectural Plans The 20' x 24' shed roof cabin is one of the most affordable ways to get a permitted, code-compliant structure built — 480 square feet with a bedroom, full bathroom, and sleeping loft under a clean single-pitch roofline that keeps framing costs to a minimum. At this footprint and price point, this is a serious contender for backyard ADU builds, detached guest suites, and budget cabin projects where keeping total construction cost low is the primary goal. The shed roof style is the right choice for cost-conscious builders: fewer materials, faster framing, and a contemporary look that doesn't read as a compromise. The sleeping loft maximizes the usable square footage without expanding the footprint, a front deck adds outdoor living space, and large windows keep the interior bright despite the compact size. A washer/dryer hookup makes this livable as a long-term guest suite or short-term rental unit. Three foundation options: concrete slab, concrete pier, and crawl-space are all included in the drawings, so the plan adapts to your specific site without additional engineering costs. Plan Specifications Footprint: 24' W x 20' L Height: 15'-10" Floor Area: 480 SF + loft Bedrooms: 1 + loft Bathrooms: 1 Foundation: Concrete piers, slab, or crawlspace Roof Load: 125 PSF Ceiling Height: 8'-0" to 13'-0" Est. Materials Cost: From $25,000 What's Included Complete permit-ready plan set including: floor plan, loft plan, foundation plan, roof framing plan, all four exterior elevations, wall sections, structural details, window and door schedule, and a full materials list. Ready for building permit submission in most US jurisdictions. Available Plan Options Complete PDF Plan — Full plan set as a print-ready PDF. Instant download. PDF + CAD Files — Includes editable DWG CAD files compatible with AutoCAD, Illustrator, and TurboCAD. Who This Plan Is For The standout feature of this plan is the 125 PSF roof load — the highest rating in our small cabin lineup. If you're building in a high-snowfall region, on an exposed mountain site, or anywhere that demands serious structural engineering, this is the small lean cottage to choose. At an estimated materials cost starting at $25,000, it's also one of the most affordable entry points into a modern-looking, structurally capable cabin build. Instant Download Your complete plan set downloads immediately after purchase. No waiting, no shipping.