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[AMA] I am a professional construction carpenter. Feel free to ask me anything.
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I want to extend my garage another 15 feet deeper so I can fit a cnc machine and wood tools. Do I really need an engineer to make plans for this or can I do it on my own with AutoCAD? I have experience in construction and foundations, I wouldn't do it myself if it was a part of the house but I also don't want to spend $30k+ having someone else do it. I can guarantee you what I will build will be a far better job than the original builder did.
At the very minimum, it's a good idea to check the local laws and regulations for expanding your garage. Most people can get away with interior improvements without needing much in the way of official documentation, but something as overt as adding 15ft on the back of a garage gets noticed. It's always a good idea to make sure you have yourself covered in any situation.