AI Site Plan Generator
- Ali Tehranchi
- Dec 9, 2025
- 3 min read
Create Accurate Residential Site Plans in Minutes
What Is an AI Site Plan Generator?
An AI site plan generator is a tool that uses aerial imagery, property data, topography, and zoning rules to automatically create a scaled site plan for a residential property. Instead of waiting weeks for traditional drafting, InQI generates a professional site plan in seconds—ready for design, feasibility checks, and early client discussions.
InQI’s Generative Site Plan is built for architects, designers, and builders who need fast, accurate planning inputs without the cost and delay of manual drafting.
Why InQI Built an AI Site Plan Generator
Every construction project starts with a site plan. But early-stage plans are slow, expensive, and often inconsistent. After building thousands of site plans through Bay Scenery’s design-build operations, we identified the bottleneck: site planning needed automation.
InQI’s AI engine turns an address into an intelligent, editable site plan using:
High-resolution imagery
Parcel and boundary data
Terrain and elevation models
Setbacks, lot coverage, and zoning constraints
Driveway, structure, and hardscape detection
This removes friction from the earliest (and most expensive) stage of design.
How It Works
1. Enter a Property Address
InQI pulls parcel boundaries, lot lines, zoning overlays, and terrain data.
2. AI Builds the Base Plan
The system generates:
Property lines
Existing structures
Driveways and hardscapes
Grading and elevation contours
Setback envelopes
Buildable area
3. Review & Edit
Designers can adjust, refine, and annotate the plan directly in the browser.
4. Export
Download in formats ready for:
Concept design
Feasibility studies
Client presentations
Permit pre-application packages
What’s Included in Every InQI Generative Site Plan
A complete plan typically contains:
Property Boundary & Dimensions
Accurate lot lines with measurements.
Existing Conditions
House footprint
Access points
Driveway
Pool, decks, patios
Detached structures
Topography & Grading
5’ or 2’ contours (location-dependent) plus elevation points.
Zoning & Setbacks
Automatically extracted from city/county data.
Buildable Envelopes
AI-defined areas that satisfy local code constraints.
Annotations & Layers
Editable layers for landscape, ADUs, hardscape, and utilities.
How Accurate Is an AI Site Plan?
AI-generated site plans are accurate enough for design, feasibility, and client visualization, but they do not replace a licensed land survey when a stamped plan is required.
Use AI Site Plans For:
Feasibility studies
Conceptual design
Early cost estimation
Exploring ADU placement
Visualizing buildable area
Use a Licensed Survey For:
Structural engineering
Final permit submission
Boundary verification
Construction staking
InQI helps teams move fast early, then switch to a survey when needed.
AI Site Plan vs. Survey: Key Differences
Feature | AI Site Plan (InQI) | Licensed Survey |
Speed | Seconds | 2–4 weeks |
Cost | Low | High |
Good For | Feasibility & design | Permitting & construction |
Topography | Imagery + DEM | Field verified |
Legal Boundaries | Public data | Legally certified |
Precision | ~90–95% | 100% (certified) |
Real Use Cases
Architects
Kick off projects immediately—no need to wait for surveys.
Design-Build Firms
Early pricing and design sessions become fast, accurate, and visual.
Homeowners
Understand setback rules and possible ADU locations instantly.
Landscape Designers
Map hardscape, planting zones, slopes, and drainage conditions.
Why InQI Is Different From Other “AI Plan Tools”
Other tools generate drawings. InQI generates intelligent, code-aware site plans.
Our Generative Site Plan engine uses:
AI interpretation of zoning rules
Real-time buildable envelope calculation
Terrain and slope analysis
Integration with InQuest (.IQ) modules for compliance and design
It doesn’t just draw—it thinks like a designer.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this accurate enough for permits?
It is accurate for design and feasibility, but you will still need a stamped survey for your permit set.
How does InQI get zoning data?
Through public datasets, curated municipal code libraries, and InQuest (.IQ) code engines.
Can I edit the plan?
Yes. Every element is editable, movable, and annotatable.
Does it detect existing structures automatically?
Yes—InQI identifies roofs, driveways, patios, pools, and major hardscapes.
Can I export to CAD?
Yes—DWG, DXF, SVG, and PDF exports are available.
Start Your Project in Minutes
InQI’s Generative Site Plan gives you a head start on every residential project.Faster feasibility. Faster design. Faster client approvals.
