Design and Permitting
Made Stress-Free

From concept to permit-ready plans — one team, clear pricing, and expert guidance at every step.

600+
Permitted Projects
45+
Years of Combined Experience
100%
Permit-Ready Plans

One Team. Every Discipline. Zero Runaround.

We coordinate building design, structural engineering, energy compliance, and permitting under one roof — so you don't have to chase separate vendors.

Custom Design

Your plans shouldn't come from a template.

We design around you — your goals, your vision, your space.

Property Fit

We don't force designs to fit.

We tailor every layout to work seamlessly with your lot and home.

Expert Craftsmanship

Our experienced team brings accuracy and care to every detail.

Quality is at the core of everything we do.

Turn-key Service

From first sketch to final plan set, we've got your back.

Clear guidance, every step of the way.

Permit-Ready Plans for Every Residential Project

Building from scratch or making the most of what you have — we deliver complete plan sets tailored to your goals, your lot, and your budget.

From Concept to Permit in Six Steps

We handle the complexity so you don't have to. Here's how a typical residential project moves from idea to approved plans.

01

Site Analysis & Due Diligence

Every great project starts with a solid foundation. We begin by analyzing your site and gathering all relevant information. If your project involves modifying an existing structure, we'll also complete a 3D scan to produce accurate As-Built Plans.

02

Design Kick-Off

Next comes the design kick-off meeting, where we dive into your vision, layout needs, and design preferences. It's the perfect moment to get aligned, explore ideas, and map out a smart, streamlined plan for moving forward.

03

Concept Design Development

Our design team gets to work on your Concept Design. This phase is collaborative and iterative — we'll share progress with you along the way, and your feedback on each version helps us fine-tune the design until it's just right.

04

Permitting Set of Plans

Once the Concept Design is approved, our team coordinates the development of the full Permitting Set of plans — including structural engineering, energy compliance, and all required documentation.

05

Plan Review & Permitting

With the Construction Documents ready, we submit your plans for city review. Our experienced project managers and permit expediters keep things moving and make sure nothing slips through the cracks.

06

Construction Support

Getting a permit isn't the finish line — it's just the beginning. As your designer and engineer of record, we stay involved throughout construction, supporting your contractor with any questions about the plans.

Trusted by Property Owners and Contractors Across California

"For many years I've been working with QuickenPlans. Because I have been in this business for more than 40 years I can honestly let you know that you will not find a different construction docs business with as much integrity, transparency, communication, and efficiency as QuickenPlans."

Donna K.
San Diego

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