How to Draw Your Own Plans

The world of design and construction can seem impossible to jump into when you are first starting. Picture this: you recently bought a house and decide that the beautiful, spacious backyard can fit a small guest house perfectly. To save money, you decide to forgo hiring an architect and instead draw your own plans yourself to gain city approval and finally begin construction. The only problem is you have never designed anything before, let alone an entire guest house. At Permit Advisors, many of our employees are licensed architects. We deal with plans all day long. If we’re not going …

Feb 13, 2020 By Bridget Foley

The Ins-and-Outs of Planning Commission

Large new developments and other high-volume projects often require a hearing with the local planning commission to determine if the project fits into the city’s master plan. Planning commission meetings are open to the general public and allow affected parties, such as neighbors and nearby property owners, to make comments and provide input. We have attended and represented clients at many planning commission meetings, so we are here to break it down for our readers and disclose the ins and outs of planning commission. What is a Planning Commission? Planning commissions are comprised of five or seven representatives who are …

Sep 7, 2018 By admin

Permit Expeditor’s Perspective: The Balancing Act of Land Use and Entitlements

Permit Expeditor’s Perspective: The Balancing Act of Land Use and Entitlements Although Permit Advisors Inc is primarily a permit expeditor, we often provide assistance in the land use and entitlement processes. In this article, I will dive into the key differences between land use planning and entitlements, then explain the delicate balancing act of both. As part of a holistic government relations strategy entitlements directly influence permits of every project: -Retail permits -Restaurant permits -Mixed-Use permits -Hotel permits -Shopping mall permits -Grocery store permits -Gym and Health Club permits The list goes on and on. Land use, in my definition, …
May 2, 2018 By admin

How are Entitlement Services Different than Permit Expeditor Solutions?

How are Entitlement Services Different than Permit Expeditor Solutions? Most clients of Permit Advisors know the difference between entitlement services and permit expeditor solutions in a general sense, however, when it comes down to some of the finer points things can get a little nuanced. In this article, I will separate the key differences between entitlement services and permit expeditor solutions.  The essential differences in entitlements and permitting boil down to three key differences: interfacing with elected officials, timelines, and price tag. Elected Officials The biggest difference between entitlements and permit expediter solutions is who you interface with in order …

Nov 14, 2016 By admin