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If you’ve ever stared at a stack of redlines wondering, “What do these people actually want from me?”  — this one’s for you. Most contractors think plan review is some mysterious black box run by grumpy people in a back room who hate schedules, freedom, and the hard working people in their city. Reality is simpler: reviewers have a very specific job, and once you understand what they’re actually  protecting, your first-pass approval rate goes up and your stress level goes dow

When you’re ready to break ground on a new construction project, the first hurdle is often navigating the maze of permits and approvals. Understanding the building approval steps can save you time, money, and headaches down the road. Whether you’re managing a commercial development or a residential build, knowing what to expect and how to prepare is crucial. I’m here to walk you through the essentials, so you can approach your project with confidence and clarity. Understandi

If you build for a living, you already know the truth: the city  can delay your project longer than any weather event ever will. Submittals, corrections, resubmittals, approvals—it’s a whole extra job just to keep a permit alive. And once a project hits a snag at the counter, everyone looks at you like you personally held up the bureaucracy. That’s exactly why more contractors are outsourcing the entire process to a flat-fee permitting service. No surprises, no hourly billing

Permitting can be compared to a modern Motorsport race: it’s fast-paced, highly competitive, and leaves no room for error. Just as every successful race team meticulously prepares their car and strategy before hitting the track, exceptional permit outcomes rely heavily on thorough pre-submittal preparation. In this article, we’ll unpack exactly why investing time in preparation is the smartest strategy you can adopt to ensure your permits cross the finish line ahead of schedu

When you’re gearing up for a construction project in Arizona, one of the first—and most underestimated—hurdles is the permit process. It isn’t “just paperwork.” If you get it wrong, it can derail your schedule, budget, and contractor availability. I’ve watched projects sit dead for weeks in Phoenix, Scottsdale, Gilbert and Maricopa County because someone assumed the submittal requirements were “standard.” They aren’t. Understanding the permit application requirements and  the

Introduction: Specialized Expertise Drives Success Permitting is more than just paperwork—it’s a strategic and often complex aspect of...

Introduction: The Resubmittal Pit Stop In the permitting race, corrections and resubmittals are inevitable. Think of them as pit...

Introduction: The Permit Race Begins Submitting a permit is much like stepping onto a racetrack: all your careful planning and...

Permitting in a Post-COVID World: An Overgrown Wilderness? Have you ever felt like the permitting process has turned into an overgrown...