South Florida / Gold Building Group
Custom Home Builder in South Florida
New homes and knockdown rebuilds in Boca Raton, Wellington, Parkland, Hollywood and Sunny Isles Beach, built to your plans and to South Florida's wind and flood standards.
Custom Home Services
- Build on your lot: a new home on land you already own
- Knockdown rebuilds: demolishing an existing home and building new on the same lot
- Design coordination: working with your architect, or connecting you with one
- Preconstruction: budgets, value engineering and schedules before you commit
- Construction management: every trade, inspection and draw managed by one team
Before You Buy or Build: Lot Evaluation
The lot decides a large part of your budget. Before design, we review:
- Survey and zoning: setbacks, height limits, lot coverage and required parking
- Flood zone: the required finished floor elevation, which affects fill, foundation and stairs
- Soil conditions: a geotechnical report confirms the foundation type
- Coastal rules: oceanfront lots east of the Coastal Construction Control Line need a separate state permit
- Utilities: water, sewer or septic, and electrical service capacity
- HOA rules: architectural guidelines in most Boca Raton, Wellington and Parkland communities
- Demolition: for knockdown rebuilds, the demolition permit and utility disconnects
How Much Does It Cost to Build a Custom Home in South Florida?
| Build level | Typical cost per sq ft (construction) |
|---|---|
| Quality custom | $250–$350 |
| High-end custom | $350–$500 |
| Luxury and waterfront | $500+ |
These ranges cover construction only. Land, design fees, permits, impact fees, pools, seawalls, docks and landscaping are separate. What moves the price most:
- Home size and layout complexity
- Finish level and custom millwork
- Flood elevation, fill and foundation type
- HVHZ-rated windows, doors and roofing in Broward and Miami-Dade
- Waterfront and coastal requirements
- Pools, outdoor kitchens and site work
How Long Does It Take to Build a Custom Home?
| Phase | Typical duration |
|---|---|
| Lot evaluation, design and engineering | 3–6 months |
| HOA approval and permitting | 3–6 months |
| Construction | 10–16 months |
Built for South Florida Wind and Flood Codes
| County | Cities we serve | What applies |
|---|---|---|
| Palm Beach | Boca Raton, Wellington | Florida Building Code wind design, wind-borne debris protection for all openings, Florida Product Approval. Flood elevation rules in flood zones. |
| Broward | Parkland, Hollywood | High-Velocity Hurricane Zone (HVHZ): stricter structural, roofing and opening requirements, with Miami-Dade NOA or HVHZ-rated approvals. Coastal and flood rules in eastern areas. |
| Miami-Dade | Sunny Isles Beach | HVHZ with Miami-Dade NOA approvals. Coastal construction rules for oceanfront lots. |
A home built to these standards is also documented for wind mitigation insurance credits from day one.
Working With Your Lender
Most custom homes are financed with a construction loan. We provide the budget, schedule of values and draw requests your lender needs, and we coordinate draw inspections so funding keeps pace with construction.
Why Homeowners Choose Gold Building Group
- Commercial construction discipline: detailed budgets, schedules and documentation on every home
- Code expertise: HVHZ, flood and coastal requirements built into the design, not fixed at plan review
- Transparent pricing: a line-item budget with clear allowances, so you know what's included
- Insurance know-how: a licensed all-lines adjuster on our team, helpful for wind mitigation and coverage questions
- Licensed and insured: Florida CGC 1540548, verifiable on the DBPR website
Our Process
Consultation and lot review
your goals, budget and lot conditions.
Design and preconstruction
plans, engineering, selections and a line-item budget.
Approvals and permits
HOA, zoning, building and any state permits.
Construction
managed build with regular updates and lender draws.
Certificate of occupancy and handover
final inspections, walkthrough and warranty documents.
Your questions, answered
Custom Homes FAQ
How much does it cost to build a custom home in South Florida?
Construction typically runs $250–$500+ per square foot, depending on finishes, site and code requirements. Land, design, permits, impact fees, pools and landscaping are separate.
How long does it take to build a custom home?
Plan on 12–24 months from design to move-in. Construction alone is usually 10–16 months.
Is a knockdown rebuild cheaper than a major renovation?
Sometimes. If an older home needs new systems, windows, a roof and elevation to meet flood rules, rebuilding can cost about the same and give you a new home built to current code. We compare both options for you.
Do you provide house plans?
We work with your architect, or we connect you with one we trust. We manage design coordination, so the plans match your budget.
What is the Coastal Construction Control Line?
It's a state-set boundary along the beach. Building east of it requires a permit from the Florida Department of Environmental Protection in addition to city permits.
Do you work with construction lenders?
Yes. We provide the budget, schedule of values and draw requests lenders need.
Are you licensed and insured?
Yes. Gold Building Group holds Florida Certified General Contractor license CGC 1540548. We carry general liability and workers' compensation insurance.
Your next step
Start With Your Lot
Send us your lot address. We'll review zoning, flood and site conditions and give you a realistic starting budget.
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