PERMIT DRAWINGS • CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTATION • ARCHITECTURAL PLANS
Permit & Construction Drawings
Professional drawing packages that clearly communicate what you plan to build, renovate, or modify. R7 Designs develops detailed architectural drawings that can be used to help navigate the permitting process and provide contractors with the information they need to understand and price your project.
Whether you're building a new home, adding an addition, remodeling an existing space, or making significant changes to a property, we'll take your ideas, existing plans, sketches, measurements, or other project information and turn them into a clear, organized set of drawings.
What Are Permit & Construction Drawings?
Permit and construction drawings are the detailed plans used to communicate your project to building departments, contractors, trades, and other professionals I
instead of trying to explain your project with a sketch or a conversation, the drawing set shows what is being proposed, where it goes, how it is laid out, and the important dimensions and details needed to understand the work.
The exact drawings required depend on your project, property, and local jurisdiction. R7 Designs works with you to develop the appropriate documentation based on the scope of your project and the information available.
In simple terms: you give us the idea and the information you have. We turn it into professional drawings that clearly communicate what you want to build.
What's Included in a Drawing Package?
Every project is different, so we don't believe in forcing every client into the same drawing package. Depending on your project, your plans may include some or all of the following:
FLOOR PLANS
Dimensioned plans showing the layout of rooms, walls, doors, windows, fixtures, and other important elements of the project.
ELEVATIONS
Interior and exterior elevations that communicate heights, materials, finishes, cabinetry, and architectural details.
SECTIONS & DETAILS
Building sections and detailed drawings that help communicate how components and assemblies come together.
INTERIOR ELEVATIONS
Detailed views of interior walls, cabinetry, fixtures, finishes, and other elements where additional documentation is needed.
SITE PLANS
Drawings showing the relationship between the proposed work and the property, including the building location and relevant site features.
DETAILS & NOTES
Additional drawings, dimensions, annotations, and construction information needed to clearly communicate specific aspects of the project.
MEP DOCUMENTATION
Mechanical, electrical, and plumbing documentation when required and appropriate for the scope of the project.
What Do You Need to Get Started?
You don't need to have a complete set of plans before contacting us. We can start with whatever information you have available.
You may provide:
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Existing floor plans
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Hand-drawn sketches
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PDFs
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CAD files
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Photos
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Measurements
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Redlines or markups
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Inspiration images
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Property information
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Previous drawings
If you're not sure whether what you have is enough, send it anyway. We'll review the information and let you know what we need to move forward.
Who Uses Our Permit & Construction Drawings?
Permit Requirements Vary by Project
Every jurisdiction has its own requirements for permit applications and construction documentation. The drawings required for a project can also vary depending on the scope of work, property, building type, and local regulations.
R7 Designs will work with you to develop appropriate documentation based on the information available and the requirements identified for your project. However, final permit requirements and approvals are determined by the applicable building department or authority having jurisdiction.
Frequently Asked Questions
Have questions about permit and construction drawings? Here are answers to some of the questions we hear most often.
Can R7 Designs create permit drawings?
Yes. R7 Designs provides professional architectural and drafting documentation prepared to support the permitting process. The exact drawings required depend on the project and the requirements of the applicable jurisdiction.
Will R7 guarantee that my project gets approved?
No. Final permit requirements, reviews, and approvals are determined by the applicable building department or authority having jurisdiction. We focus on developing clear, professional documentation based on the project scope and requirements identified for your project.
What information do I need to provide?
You can start with whatever you have available, including sketches, existing plans, PDFs, CAD files, measurements, photographs, redlines, or other project information. We'll let you know if additional information is needed.
Can you work from an existing set of plans?
Yes. We can revise, update, develop, or continue working from existing drawings and CAD files, depending on the condition and scope of the project.
Can you prepare drawings for a renovation or addition?
Yes. We work on renovations, additions, remodels, new construction, and other residential and commercial projects.
Do you work directly with contractors and builders?
Yes. We work with contractors and builders on individual projects as well as ongoing drafting and production support.
Can you provide MEP drawings?
MEP documentation may be included when appropriate for the project and within the agreed scope of work. The specific requirements depend on the project and jurisdiction.
How much do permit drawings cost?
The cost depends on the size, complexity, location, existing documentation, and scope of the project. Rather than using a one-size-fits-all price, we review the project and provide a quote based on the work required.
How It Works
From Your Idea to a Professional Drawing Set
01 — Tell Us About Your Project
Submit your project details through our online form and tell us what you're planning to build, renovate, or modify.
02 — Send Us What You Have
Upload your existing plans, sketches, CAD files, measurements, photos, or other information.
03 — We Review the Scope
We'll review the project information and determine what documentation is needed based on the scope of work.
04 — We Develop the Drawings
Our drafting team develops the appropriate plans, elevations, sections, details, and other documentation for your project.
05 — Review & Revisions
You'll have an opportunity to review the drawings and provide feedback. We'll incorporate the agreed-upon revisions.
06 — Final Delivery
Once the drawings are finalized, we'll provide the completed files in the agreed-upon format.