Permit Approval Set

The Permit Approval Set is the core package many clients need to move a project from idea to construction. We assemble carefully coordinated drawings that respond directly to local submittal checklists, speeding plan review and reducing the likelihood of repeated corrections. Our experience with multiple Bay Area building departments informs what we include and how we present it.

A typical set may incorporate site plans, floor plans, roof plans, elevations, building sections, structural information, basic energy and code data, and any diagrams required to demonstrate exiting and accessibility. For smaller projects-such as ADUs, additions, or interior remodels-we right-size the documentation so you are not paying for unnecessary detail while still satisfying building officials.

Accuracy in these drawings is critical. Property boundaries, building placement, heights, and key dimensions are clearly shown so reviewers can quickly verify compliance. We coordinate with structural and other consultants as needed, integrating their information into a single coherent package that contractors can also bid and build from with confidence.

Because permitting timelines affect carrying costs and project schedules, we treat responsiveness as part of the service. When plan-check comments do arise, we help interpret them, adjust the drawings, and prepare resubmittals in a clear, professional format. Our aim is to resolve questions early and keep your permit moving forward.

By entrusting your permit-ready architectural drawings to an experienced architecture firm rather than a basic drafting service, you gain both speed and reliability. The Permit Approval Set becomes a stable foundation for the entire project: understandable to reviewers, practical for builders, and aligned with your original design intent.