byggplan

A byggplan is a planning document used in Swedish construction to describe how a project will be designed and built. It consolidates architectural design, technical systems, and regulatory compliance into a single plan package used during planning and execution.

It typically includes site analysis, program requirements, architectural drawings (plans, elevations, sections), structural design, building services (mechanical, electrical, plumbing), energy performance, acoustics, fire safety, accessibility, materials, construction methods, timetable, cost estimates, and quality assurance. It also notes relevant legal requirements such as zoning and detaljplan, as well as compliance with Boverkets byggregler (BBR).

The byggplan is prepared by licensed professionals (architects, engineers) and submitted to the municipal planning authority as part of the permit process (bygglov). It serves to illustrate compliance with rules, coordinate stakeholders, and guide procurement and construction. The document is often refined through stages, from conceptual or schematic design to detailed construction drawings and shop drawings.

Some projects may use smaller or simpler planning documents, and not all require a full byggplan; smaller builds may rely on standard permit applications or approved plans. The term may vary in practice, but the core function is to describe the project comprehensively to ensure proper planning, safety, and compliance.