About Ready Set Orange

As part of Orange County’s efforts to increase the inventory of affordable and attainable housing, Ready Set Orange puts pre-designed floorplans at your fingertips. With just a few easy steps, you can build an Acessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) on your property for loved ones or to lease out to long-term renters as an extra income source. Or you can build a small home on your property that’s perfect for starting a family. At a time when the county is saturated with single-family homes and apartments, the goal is to encourage diverse attainable housing options while removing barriers in the process.

To create lasting, community-based solutions for expanding housing options, improving affordability, and providing access to diverse and vibrant neighborhoods for Orange County residents.Housing For All Taskforce

Table Of Contents

• Product Types
• How it Works
• Submit a Request Form
• Frequently Asked Questions
• Step by Step Guide

Product Types

Browse the product types below to see what plan could fit your needs and space. Note that there are two categories, single family residences and accessory dwelling units. Each plan has been given a playful name of a variety of orange. Click on the renderings to see a larger image. 

Single Family RESIDENCES

Valencia

This plan is a two level single family residence with 3 bedrooms, 3 baths and a wraparound front porch. The first floor is 1,150 square feet of conditioned space and the optional second floor is 260 square feet of conditioned space.

Minneola

This plan is a single level single family residence with 3 bedrooms and 2 baths. It has 1,400 square feet of conditioned space and a covered entry.

Tangelo

This plan is a single level single family residence with 2 bedrooms and 1 bath. It has 1,483 square feet of conditioned space and a covered entry.

Navel

This plan is a single level single family residence with 2 bedrooms and 2 baths. It has 1,476 square feet of conditioned space and a covered entry.

Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs)

Seville

This plan is a single level ADU with 1 bedroom and 1 bath. It has 700 square feet of conditioned space and an entry patio.

Mandarin

This plan is a single level ADU with 1 bedroom and 1 bath. It has 610 square feet of conditioned space and a covered entry.

Clementine

This plan is a single level ADU with 1 bedroom and 1 bath. It has 531 square feet of conditioned space, a covered entry and a second rear entry.

Tangerine

This plan is a double level ADU with 1 bedroom and 1 bath. It has 708 square feet of conditioned space on the first level, 628 square feet of conditioned space on the second level, a covered balcony and a second rear entry.

How it Works

Ready Set Orange allows applicants to choose one of eight pre-designed attainable housing models. Each product type includes a set of pre-designed plans reviewed by our building division for consistency in meeting Florida Building Code. Currently the program offers four single-family starter homes and four accessory dwelling units to choose from. Check out our home plans above and fill out an on-line request form below. Once approved you will receive the set of plans to start the permitting process.

Submit a Request Form

Ready Set Orange Program FAQs

Q: Who is this program for?

A: This is for anyone looking to build housing in Orange County. It’s perfect for people looking for options to construct an ADU on their property for family members. It's an option for homeowners who want to add a small long-term rental unit to their property as an extra income source. It’s also great for young adults or newlyweds interested in building a lower-cost home.

Q: Why is Orange County offering this program?

A: Orange County is hopeful Ready Set Orange encourages more residents and builders to explore these low-cost options amid a housing affordability crisis. The program aligns with the County’s Housing for All initiative and its goal of creating lasting, community-based solutions for expanding housing options, improving affordability, and providing access to diverse and vibrant neighborhoods for Orange County residents.

Q: How does the customer benefit from this program?

A: The goal is to make the permitting process easier for customers by providing pre-designed plans and step-by-step instructions. People who choose one of the pre-designed plans may be able to cut costs and time associated with the permitting process.

Q: What is an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU)?

A: An accessory dwelling unit (ADU) is a separate additional dwelling unit, including kitchen, sleeping, and full bathroom facilities, attached or detached from the primary residential unit, on a single-family lot.

Q: What are the requirements to submit an application?

A: General parcel owner information, project location information, and which product type you which to receive plans for is required for the Ready Set Orange Application.

Q: Can I modify the pre-designed plans?

A: Yes, but any modifications would not take advantage of the lower costs and shorter review time associated with this program.

Q: I have selected my product type. What’s next in the process?

A: Once you select a product type that fits your needs fill out an online application form and if applicable the certified and attainable application form. Once approved you will receive the set of plans to start the permitting process.

Step by Step Guide