Remove Contractor Remove Permits Remove Safety Remove Zoning
article thumbnail

Does My Home Improvement Need a Permit?

Santa Cruz Architect

Once you decide to undertake a home improvement project, you’ll invest time and energy determining your budget, your floor plan layout, architectural style, and whether your project’s scope necessitates the involvement of a contractor, architect, or both. Why Do I Need a Building Permit at All? Roof replacement.

Permits 82
article thumbnail

Navigating Legalities in Home Improvements

The Architecture Designs

These aren’t mere formalities but essential guidelines for safety and legal compliance. Before embarking on any project, a homeowner must ensure they’re well-versed in local building codes and have secured the necessary permits. The temptation to save money with unlicensed contractors can backfire spectacularly.

Home 52
Insiders

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

Trending Sources

article thumbnail

Basic Steps For Creating An ADU

Santa Cruz Architect

If you have an existing ADU that is not currently legally permitted, you may find that some of these steps may not apply to you as you go through the process of obtaining city approval and getting your ADU registered. For example, you may only find that you need to prepare a design and apply for ADU and/or building permit approval.

Permits 68
article thumbnail

The Commercial Design Process: How it Works in Cape Town

DesignScape Architects

Commercial architects need to cater to the public and understand how large groups use communal spaces while maximising functionality, comfort, and safety for everyone who enters the building. Health and safety requirements will also be included in the design of buildings for healthcare institutions.

article thumbnail

Top 5 Dos and Don’ts: Impact of Homebuilding Budget on Cost and Quality

Design Thoughts Architects

Regulatory Requirements and Permits: Compliance with building codes, permits, and other regulatory requirements is essential. Contractor and Supplier Issues: The miscellaneous amount provides a financial cushion to address challenges with contractors, suppliers, weather conditions, or access limitations.

Client 52
article thumbnail

LCC Health Professions Building

SW Oregon Architect

Lane County voters passed a general obligation bond in May 2020 to fund the project, as well as assortment of campus-wide improvements addressing classroom needs, safety and accessibility deficiencies, workforce retraining, and Career Technical Education. Overall, the project is on track to achieve LEED Gold certification.

Building 205
article thumbnail

Los Angeles Is Giving Away Plans for a Pre-Approved ADU

Dwell

Rendering courtesy of Lehrer Architects and Kadre Architects The city partnered with smaller architecture firms to design plans for ADUs —emphasizing good design and affordability—that would be pre-approved for permitting ease. You can’t just download it, pay the fee, and get a permit.

Permits 70