Establish the starting point
Confirm the location, proposed use, intended alterations and available property information. Identify the questions that need to be resolved before detailed design.
PERMIT PLANNING
A better-prepared package starts here.
Turn the proposed work into a clear documentation scope. We help connect the project brief, design disciplines and review process.
Define the required package
Agree on the design scope, discipline involvement, documentation and submission responsibilities. Identify third-party information or specialist work that may be needed.
Develop & coordinate
Bring architectural and engineering information together. Review the design decisions, existing conditions and interfaces between disciplines.
Submit & respond
Support the agreed submission process and coordinate responses to review comments. Track revisions and identify any changes to the project scope.
COORDINATED INFORMATION
The drawings
behind the design.
The exact contents depend on the building, location, intended work and agreed scope. A package may bring together:
- Site information and existing-condition documentation
- Proposed architectural plans, elevations and sections
- Structural design information and relevant details
- Mechanical, electrical and plumbing information
- Supporting schedules, reports and responses where required
This is an overview of potential documentation, not a universal permit checklist.
GET READY FOR THE CONVERSATION
Gather what
you already know.
- Address, city, province or territory
- Description of the current and proposed use
- Existing drawings, survey and photos, if available
- Landlord, franchise or property-management information
- Known previous permits or current review comments
- Project priorities and target timing
CLEAR RESPONSIBILITIES
Know who
handles each step.
The project team
The proposal establishes who develops each part of the design, supplies existing information, submits documents and coordinates review comments. Additional reports or disciplines are identified as the requirements become clear.
The reviewing authority
The relevant authority makes the approval decision. Review timing and requested information are outside the design team's control, so approval dates cannot be promised.
Changes during review
Changes to the building use, layout, equipment or project scope may require updated documentation. Raise changes early so their effect on the package, fees and schedule can be discussed.
Permit questions & answers