Process
Five steps from first call to approved drawings.
A predictable process with a defined outcome at every step. You make the decisions; we handle the drawings, the coordination, and the paperwork in between.
- 01Tell Us About Your Project
- 02Review Scope & Existing Documents
- 03Develop Drawings & Coordinate Design
- 04Engineering / Professional Review
- 05Permit Submission & Project Delivery
- 01Step 01 of 05
Tell Us About Your Project
Share the address, what you want to change or build, and any drawings or photos you already have. A short email or call is enough to start.
- You
- Send the basics: location, goals, timeline, and any existing documents.
- We
- Ask the follow-up questions that affect scope, cost, and approvals.
- You receive
- A clear, shared understanding of what the project involves.
- 02Step 02 of 05
Review Scope & Existing Documents
We review existing drawings, surveys, photos, and prior permits, identify which disciplines and approvals are likely to be needed, and send a written scope and fee proposal.
- You
- Review the proposal and ask questions before anything is signed.
- We
- Define deliverables, consultants, assumptions, and the schedule for our work.
- You receive
- A written scope of work and fee proposal.
- 03Step 03 of 05
Develop Drawings & Coordinate Design
We document existing conditions, develop the proposed drawings, and coordinate structural and MEP input. You review progress sets and we incorporate your comments.
- You
- Make design decisions and review progress sets.
- We
- Produce the drawings and manage input from each discipline.
- You receive
- Progress drawing sets for your review.
- 04Step 04 of 05
Engineering / Professional Review
Where the jurisdiction requires it, licensed architects and engineers design, review, and seal the applicable portions of the work. We integrate their input so the full set is consistent.
- You
- Confirm final selections and approve the set for submission.
- We
- Coordinate licensed review and resolve conflicts between disciplines.
- You receive
- A coordinated set, reviewed and sealed where required.
- 05Step 05 of 05
Permit Submission & Project Delivery
We assemble and coordinate the permit submission, respond to plan-review comments, and deliver final drawings for construction, with as-builts when the project needs them.
- You
- Sign applications and pay jurisdiction fees as required.
- We
- Submit, track review, prepare responses and issue revised sheets.
- You receive
- Permit-ready and construction-ready documents.
Roles
Who does what on a typical project.
Clear roles prevent gaps. This is how responsibilities are usually divided; your proposal will spell out the specifics for your project.
Owner, contractor, or client
You
- Project goals, budget, and decisions
- Access to the site and existing documents
- Permit application signatures and jurisdiction fees
Documentation & coordination
Our team
- Drafting and drawing production
- Consultant scoping and coordination
- Permit package assembly, submission, and responses
Architects and engineers
Licensed professionals
- Engineering analysis and design where required
- Professional review of the applicable work
- Stamps and seals required by the jurisdiction
Building department / AHJ
Reviewing authority
- Plan review and comments
- Permit approval and issuance
- Inspections during construction
Architectural and engineering work requiring a license, stamp, or seal is performed or reviewed by professionals licensed in the project's jurisdiction.
Getting started
What helps us scope your project quickly.
You don't need all of this to reach out. Send what you have, and we'll ask for the rest.
- 01Project address, or city and state
- 02A short description of what you want to do
- 03Existing drawings, surveys, or prior permits, if you have them
- 04Photos of the existing space or building
- 05Your target timeline and any fixed dates
- 06Who else is involved: owner, contractor, architect, or landlord
FAQ
Process questions.
Can you work from existing drawings?
Yes. Existing plans, prior permit sets, surveys, and even hand sketches are useful starting points. We'll review what you have and tell you whether key conditions should be field-verified before we rely on them.
Who stamps or seals the drawings?
Seals are applied by the licensed architect or engineer responsible for the sealed work, as required by the jurisdiction where the project is located. Your proposal will identify which portions of the work require a licensed professional.
How does pricing work?
Every project is quoted individually. Pricing depends on scope, size, complexity, existing documentation, the disciplines involved, the jurisdiction, engineering requirements, and your timeline.
After reviewing your project information, we send a written proposal with scope, deliverables, and fees before any work begins.
How long does a typical project take?
It depends on scope, the disciplines involved, and how quickly information and decisions come back. Permit review time is set by the jurisdiction and varies widely.
Your proposal includes an estimated schedule for our work, and we keep you updated at each stage, including while the permit is in review.
Start a project
Tell us what you're planning. We'll tell you what it takes.
Share the address, the scope, and any drawings you have. We'll review it and reply with the disciplines involved, the approvals to expect, and a written proposal.
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