Free interactive pencil test

Will my mid-rise pencil?

A simple mid-rise pencil check. Adjust unit count, storeys, costs, and rents — not a full pro forma.

Why we built this

Mid-rise underwriting usually lives in a 40-tab workbook. This keeps the first pass to the levers that kill deals early.

When a scenario looks promising, take the next step on a real address — zoning, lot dimensions, setbacks, and height limits are free tools on Bucky.

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FAQ

Why can I change unit count here?: Mid-rise programs vary widely. Use the unit slider (and storeys) to sketch a band, then take a promising scenario into a real underwriting model or Bucky project.
Does this read my zoning?: No. This is an assumption calculator — you set lot size, costs, and rents. For parcel-backed zoning facts, use Bucky’s free address tools or a project workspace.
Who is this for?: Developers, architects, and planning consultants who want a fast “does this typology pencil?” check before committing to a site or detailed study.

Why we built this

Mid-rise underwriting usually lives in a 40-tab workbook. This keeps the first pass to the levers that kill deals early.

When a scenario looks promising, take the next step on a real address — zoning, lot dimensions, setbacks, and height limits are free tools on Bucky.

FAQ

Why can I change unit count here?

Mid-rise programs vary widely. Use the unit slider (and storeys) to sketch a band, then take a promising scenario into a real underwriting model or Bucky project.

Does this read my zoning?

No. This is an assumption calculator — you set lot size, costs, and rents. For parcel-backed zoning facts, use Bucky’s free address tools or a project workspace.

Who is this for?

Developers, architects, and planning consultants who want a fast “does this typology pencil?” check before committing to a site or detailed study.