California Licensed Architect for Permit Plans
Worldwide
I am building a custom single-story home in Chino Hills, California as an Owner-Builder. The architectural design is already 90–95% complete in AutoCAD. The floor plan, site plan, setbacks, room layout, and overall design have already been completed. I am NOT looking for someone to redesign the house. I am looking for a California Licensed Architect who can review the existing plans, make any necessary code revisions, prepare the complete permit-ready construction documents, coordinate all required engineering, and assist through permit approval. Project Details Location: Chino Hills, California Single-story custom residence Approximately 3,700–3,900 sq. ft. Detached pool house/ADU (~800 sq. ft.) Attached 2-car garage Swimming pool Covered patio Motorized pergola Owner-Builder project Scope of Work The selected architect will be responsible for: Reviewing my existing AutoCAD (.dwg) drawings Making any required California Building Code revisions Preparing a complete permit-ready construction set Architectural plans Structural coordination Mechanical (HVAC) Electrical Plumbing Structural calculations Title 24 Energy Compliance Coordination with consultants Plan check corrections until permit approval Stamped and signed architectural plans (California licensed architect) Please Clearly State Whether Your Proposal Includes: Structural Engineering Civil Engineering Mechanical Engineering Electrical Engineering Plumbing Engineering Title 24 Structural Calculations Plan Check Corrections City Coordination Permit Submission Assistance Also Let Me Know If These Services Are Included or Additional: Grading & Drainage Plans Topographic Survey Geotechnical (Soils) Report Fire Sprinkler Design Solar/PV Plans Landscape Plans (if required) Requirements Please do NOT send a generic proposal. Your response must answer the following questions: Are you currently licensed as an Architect in California? Please provide your California Architect License Number. Will you personally stamp and sign the plans? How many California custom homes have you completed? Have you worked with Owner-Builders? Will you use my existing AutoCAD drawings or redraw everything? What is included in your fee? What is NOT included? Are plan check corrections included until permit approval? Do you have structural, civil, MEP, and Title 24 consultants available? Please provide examples of similar California custom homes you have completed. Important I am looking for an experienced professional who understands California residential permitting and custom home construction. I value quality, communication, and attention to detail over simply finding the lowest price. If you submit a proposal, please confirm that you have read this posting in its entirety by starting your response with the words: "I reviewed your project." Any proposal that does not answer the questions above or begins with a generic response will not be considered. I look forward to reviewing your proposal.
- Less than 30 hrs/weekHourly
- 1-3 monthsDuration
- IntermediateExperience Level
- Remote Job
- Ongoing projectProject Type
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- Proposals:5 to 10
- Last viewed by client:3 weeks ago
- Interviewing:2
- Invites sent:4
- Unanswered invites:1
About the client
- United StatesPomona3:20 AM
- $1.4K total spent10 hires, 1 active
- 34 hours
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