The work

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An existing plan consists of what is already there. This may sometimes be provided along with a demolition plan to illustrate to the building department the extent of the work.

A site plan in architecture is a detailed drawing showing a building and its surroundings from above. It includes the layout of the property, boundaries, building placement, driveways, paths, landscaping, and utility connections. It also shows how the site fits into its environment and complies with zoning rules. Site plans are used for planning, permits, and construction. 

 A floor plan is a top-down, scaled drawing of a building's layout. It shows room sizes, walls, doors, windows, and furniture placement on one level. It helps visualize the design and flow of the space.

Elevations are 2D drawings showing a building's side view (front, back, or sides). They include details like walls, windows, doors, height, and materials to visualize the design. 

Cross sections are drawings that show a cut-through view of a building or structure. They reveal the internal layout, including walls, floors, ceilings, and structural elements, to understand how different parts fit together. 

A roof plan is a top-down drawing showing the layout of a building's roof. It includes the shape, slopes, materials, drainage, vents, chimneys, attic ventilation and other roof features. 

A foundation plan is a drawing that shows the layout and details of a building's foundation. It includes the size, shape, and placement of footings, walls, piers, columns, and any slab details needed to support the structure.

A framing plan is a detailed drawing that shows the layout and arrangement of structural components like beams, joists, rafters, and trusses. It helps builders understand how the building will be supported and constructed. 

Not to be confused with power plans. Electrical plans are detailed drawings that show the layout of electrical systems in a building. They include the locations of outlets, switches, light fixtures, and location of switchgear. 

Energy calculations are assessments used to determine the energy efficiency of a structure. These calculations estimate energy usage for heating, cooling, lighting, and other systems, with intent to reduce costs

These are reports done by soils engineers to determine the percolation rate or the type of soils that are found in the site. These are used to determine structural parameters and sizing septic systems.

We design everything using the parameters established by the California building codes. There are times were Jurisdictions may ask for part or all of the work to be prepared by a licensed professional engineer. 

Trusses are structural frameworks, typically made of wood that support the roof or floors of a building. Trusses are commonly used because they are strong, lightweight, and efficient in spanning large distances. These are provided by a truss engineer. This is preferred over cut and stack roof.

By code, every new home gets them. Other times this requirement can be triggered by local codes.

Mechanical, electrical and plumbing plans are typically reserved only for commercial plans. These plans show information such as mechanical equipment, ducting, exhausts, load schedules, circuiting, drainage piping specifications and water supply. However on occasion a jurisdiction may ask for them. We can provide these at an additional cost. $100 per hour.

Grading plans show how the land around a building will be shaped, including slopes, elevations, and drainage to manage water flow and support construction. These are highly precise surveyed plans.

During the design process, applicants can redesign their plans. After approval and submittal to the building department there will be charges for the sometimes inevitable change of mind.