Our Process

From the first project review to permit support.

828 Design uses a defined project workflow so clients know what information is needed, what is included in the agreed service and where municipal or independent professional requirements can affect the next step.

Step by Step

A practical permit workflow.

The exact sequence depends on the property, project type, municipality and written agreement. Some projects move directly into permit drawings; others need zoning, existing-condition work or independent consultants resolved first.

01

Project intake

Property address, project goals, existing drawings, survey if available, photographs and municipal correspondence.

02

Property & feasibility review

Review the information available and identify likely zoning, permit and existing-condition issues that can affect the project.

03

Written scope

Define what 828 Design will prepare, coordinate or submit, together with major exclusions and information still required.

04

Existing information

Use the appropriate survey, site measurements, existing drawings, client records or other information required for the agreed scope.

05

Permit design

Prepare the agreed plans, elevations, sections, details and other building-design information required for the project scope.

06

Technical coordination

Coordinate independent engineering or other regulated professional/trade information where the project requires it.

07

Permit package & submission

Where included, assemble the application package and submit through the municipality’s current process.

08

Municipal comments

Where included, review municipal comments, coordinate required project information and prepare revisions within the agreed service.

What helps us review a project faster

  • Property address and municipality.
  • A plain-language description of the proposed work.
  • Survey, existing drawings or previous permit drawings if available.
  • Clear photographs of the affected areas.
  • Any municipal comments, orders or existing application information.

What can change the permit path

  • Zoning, setbacks, lot coverage, height or use restrictions.
  • Existing construction or undocumented previous work.
  • Structural, HVAC, plumbing, electrical or other regulated requirements.
  • Municipal requests for additional information.
  • Need for an independent licensed professional or other consultant.
Ready to Start?

Send the project information you already have.

We can review the address, project type and available documents and determine the appropriate next step for a quote or consultation.

A building permit is issued by the applicable authority. 828 Design does not guarantee municipal approval, review time or that additional information or consultants will not be requested.