Permit Set Drawings
Permit Set Drawings
Our Permit Set Drawing service provides all required technical documents needed to obtain construction permissions from local authorities. These drawings are prepared with strict adherence to building codes, safety regulations, and jurisdictional requirements to ensure your project moves smoothly into the construction phase without delays, rejections, or revisions.
A well-prepared permit set is essential for legal compliance and serves as the official record of your project’s approved design.
Permit Set Drawings (or Permit Submittal Documents) are detailed technical and regulatory-compliant drawings created specifically for approval by municipal bodies or governing authorities. This package includes architectural, structural, MEP, life-safety, and compliance-related sheets that validate the project’s alignment with building codes, accessibility standards, zoning rules, and environmental guidelines.
Our team ensures every document is precise, coordinated, and ready for submission—eliminating technical errors that commonly lead to permit delays.
Our team of experienced professionals employs cutting-edge technology and methodologies to capture every detail of your structure, from intricate architectural features to spatial dimensions. Using advanced techniques and CAD software, we precisely document existing conditions to create detailed and accurate As-Built Drawings.
What Is Included in a Permit Set?
Below is a structured breakdown of the core components included in a standard Permit Set Package:
Permit Set Drawing Components (Table)
| Category | Description |
|---|---|
| General Notes & Code Compliance Sheets | Building codes, safety notes, zoning data, occupancy details, construction type, and regulatory summaries. |
| Site Plan | Lot boundaries, setbacks, easements, access points, utilities, drainage, and landscape compliance. |
| Floor Plans (Code-Compliant) | Dimensioned and annotated plans showing exits, clearances, fire-rated walls, and accessibility details. |
| Roof Plan | Drainage direction, slopes, materials, equipment placement, and structural notes. |
| Exterior Elevations | Building heights, façade treatments, window/door placements, materials, and compliance annotations. |
| Building Sections | Vertical cut-throughs showing structural relationships, levels, and building envelope construction. |
| Door & Window Schedules | Fire ratings, egress specifications, hardware details, ventilation requirements, and sizing compliance. |
| MEP Coordination Drawings | Mechanical, electrical, and plumbing layouts prepared according to local authority standards. |
| Fire & Life Safety Plans | Exit routes, signage, extinguisher locations, fire-rated partitions, and emergency lighting placement. |
| Energy Compliance Sheets | Insulation data, energy performance calculations, material ratings, and sustainability requirements. |
| Accessibility Compliance | ADA-based clearances, ramps, turning radii, fixture heights, and mobility guidelines. |
| Structural Drawings (If Required) | Foundations, framing details, load-bearing components, and reinforcement drawings. |
Our Process
Getting to Know You
During the kick-off meeting, our team endeavors to gain a comprehensive
understanding of the project by
thoroughly reviewing CTB files, a
complete set of architectural drawings, the scope of the worksheet, and your AutoCAD template.
Getting to Work
Following the call and internal resource allocation, our team of As-built drawings service specialists initiates the process. They import the plans and commence the drafting of the as-built drawings.
Getting Ready for Review
Upon completion of the initial draft, it
undergoes an internal quality check. Subsequently, we present these
drawings to you for your review.
Getting Feedback and Final Approvals
Upon receiving your feedback, our
experts revise the drawings and resubmit them for final approval.
We cater to various sectors
Corporate
Retails Outlets
Restaurants & hotels
Healthcare facilities
Government
Educational
Residential
Public libraries
Why permit set matters
A Permit Set is not just a formality—it is a mandatory regulatory requirement that protects your project legally and structurally. A professionally prepared permit set ensures:
Faster approval from local authorities
Fewer revisions or objections
Clear code compliance
Smooth contractor coordination
Reduced delays or stoppages during construction
Legal documentation for project execution
As-built drawings - Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is a Permit Set and why is it required?
A Permit Set is a collection of detailed architectural, structural, MEP, and safety drawings required by local authorities before construction begins. It ensures your project complies with building codes, zoning regulations, and safety standards. Without an approved permit set, construction cannot legally proceed.
2. What types of drawings are included in a Permit Set?
A standard permit set includes site plans, code-compliant floor plans, elevations, sections, MEP coordination drawings, fire & life safety plans, accessibility compliance sheets, energy performance documents, and structural drawings (if required).
3. How is a Permit Set different from Construction Drawings?
Permit Sets focus on code compliance and approvals, while Construction Drawings provide technical detailing for actual building execution. Permit Sets ensure your design is approved legally, whereas Construction Drawings guide contractors on how to build the project.
