1. Feasibility: Can it be done? From neighborhood compatibility, to zoning setbacks and the dreaded FEMA 50% rule, doing thorough and diligent research to determine if a project is feasible. Prior to starting a design, or talking to building contractors feasibility is the critical first step. Feasibility may require a careful examination of the as-built structure and a visit to the local planning department.
https://www.fema.gov/fact-sheet/substantial-damage-quick-guide
2. Schematics and Design: Once a proposed project has been determined feasible, preparing initial schematics of the concept for client review and possibly HOA approval are prepared.
3. Design: Here the project take on another dimension. As we move from the hard data analysis of feasibility and floor plan schematics, to the artistic side of style, both exterior and interior elements. Lets be clear here, JVD design is neither an Architect nor a structural Engineer but a professional residential designer, therefore all designs must and will be submitted and approved to a Florida registered P.E. such as FDS Engineering.
https://justinvesseydesign.com/portfolio/
From Prairie through Craftsman to Mid Century Modern we can design a project to reflect your style, and meet the standards of your particular community. For example, the City of Dunedin recently approved very specific design standards for a large residential area that includes compatibility analysis, daylight planes and exterior architectural style standards.
4. Permitting: This is where things get a little more complicated. Is your project located in un-incorporated county – such as Pinellas, or a City like Clearwater? Or even more fun…the hybrid, where a City, such as Oldsmar – subrogates to the County, because they lack a BO. That’s where we get two (2) applications for review and 2 sets of inspections. Additionally, a permit package has a lot more in it than only blueprints. It may contain; energy conservation forms, impervious ratio worksheets, truss engineering and subcontractor certifications. The checklists can be long. A link to Hillsborough County Building Department..
https://hcfl.gov/departments/development
5. Build: Once the permit has been approved, then it can be issued; to either the homeowner to build out, or to an appropriately licensed building contractor, such as Savannah Construction our partner CBC.