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Why can't I ignore the condition of my existing home if I want to build an addition?

Existing conditions are key when planning a home addition. Not all existing structures can be adapted to new spaces or even the needs of the homeowners. Nevertheless, it is worth exploring as adding space is much cheaper than starting over. Evaluating existing homes for stability and hazardous materials, such as lead, asbestos and mold is an important step. In addition to providing your permit drawings, Our liscensed home inspectors can also provide residential and real estate home inspections to homeowners for a reasonable fee.

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Home additions not only increase square footage, they greatly increase a property's value! Whether you are building a floor above, attaching over your roof, or tucking under your eave, there are several factors to consider. The toughest details are those that have to match up with someone else's work, or work done long ago when energy and building materials were really cheap. These details are a collection of some common — and tough — dovetails of existing work with retrofits or additions. Intergration of a new design with the existing aesthetic is most important when remodeling and adding home additions.

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Every house starts with a floor plan. A solid plan helps the build run smoothly and helps you order the materials to get started.Therefore, the first step of every home remodel is an accurate floor plan of the existing space. To start, go to your local property appraisers website and search the property's exterior dimensions. Although not 100% accurate, this will be a good starting point. Finally, sketch out the desired remodeled conditions in feet and inches.

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Whether you have a detailed mental picture of your future dream home, or you are just scratching the surface, ADG has you covered. The first step is to understand what stage or"design phase" your project is at currently. Some of our clients only have a napkin sketch of their design, while others have already download "stock plans" online that we can modify. Do you know your current "design phase?' The graphic to the right will help you identify where your design is currently thus reducing the time and money you will spend going forward.

Obtaining a Building Permit can be difficult and complicated.

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Why do I need a permit?
Per Chapter 1 of the Florida Building Code and section 553.79 (1), Florida Statutes: Any owner, authorized agent, or contractor who desires to construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, demolish, or change the occupancy or occupant content of a building or structure, or any outside area being used as part of the building’s designated occupancy (single or mixed) or to erect, install, enlarge, alter, repair, remove, convert or replace any electrical, gas, mechanical or plumbing system, the installation of which is regulated by the technical codes, or to cause any such work to be done, shall first make application to the building official and obtain the required permit for the work.

Can I pull my own permit? What work can I do as an owner? 
Maybe. When building or improving one-family or two-family residences on such property for the occupancy or use of such owners and not offered for sale or lease, or building or improving commercial buildings, at a cost not to exceed $500 on such property for the occupancy or use of such owners and not offered for sale or lease, such owners of the property may act as their own contractor and they must provide full time, direct on site supervision themselves of all work not performed by licensed contractors.

As the owner of a one or two family dwelling you my act as your own contractor and do the work yourself, provided that the home is for your own use, it is not for sale or lease. You must also be doing the work yourself, or providing direct on site supervision.

Are construction plans for a home or structure required to be sealed? 
Plans must be signed and sealed by a Florida registered design professional, or they must comply with one of the Design Criteria alternative provisions in the Florida Building Code, Residential.

Do I need a permit for a driveway? 
Maybe. You will need to obtain a Right-of Way Utilization Permit from the Public Works Department. Also you must comply with all zoning and environmental regulations.

Do I need a permit for a fence? 
Maybe. You must comply with any zoning regulations.

How long is a permit valid? 
A permit is valid for six months from the date of issuance, or from the last approved inspection date. If the project is dormant for six months then the permit is expired. A permit may be extended only by the Building Official with a written request.

When are plans required and what do I need to show on the plans? 
Plans are normally required for most construction projects. For the specific requirements that need to be shown on the plans, you have come to the right place!

How will I receive my drawings?
Your completed drawings will be mailed to you or (if preferred) you can schedule a picked-up at our downtown Orlando office Mon-Fri 9:00am – 5:00pm.

What if changes/revisions need to be made?
During the Design Development phase, we understand that changes may need to be made. As a courtesy to our clients, we will make any requested drawings changes free of charge as long as those changes are requested before the drawings are signed and sealed by a local engineer.

What do I need to bring to obtain a building permit?
You play a vital role in the permitting process. Although you have contracted ADG to provide quality permit drawings, you will need to obtain the following:
 Building Permit Application 
 Owner/Builder Declaration (If Applicable)
 Energy Calculations (unless ADG provided)
 Florida Product Approval for Doors, Windows, etc.
 2 Sets Raised Seal Truss Profile Drawings (If Applicable)

If ADG or local engineering consultants are requested to meet with Code Enforcement, or city plan reviewers, additional charges may apply.

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Why choose a "custom home plan" when I can just buy a stock plan on the internet?

If you go to one of the many web sites that sell house plans, you can use filtering software to sort through hundreds of available plans by a variety of criteria: square feet, number of bedrooms, number of bathrooms, number of stories, or even “number of garage bays.”

On most of these sites, however, you can’t sort by climate zone. Why? Because most house plan companies ignore climate. They’re happy to sell customers in Florida the same house plan that they sell customers in Minnesota. Although these plan companies may not realize it, climate matters. Among the climate factors that can affect house design are maximum temperature, minimum temperature, insulation, rainfall, snowfall, and average wind speed. This affects every aspect of a home including foundation depth, shape, roof pitch, overhangs, soffit vents, siding, windows, doors and much more.

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Our goal is simple. To produce the highest quality designed residential projects, by holding ourselves to the highest standards. Always ensuring compliance with the Florida Building Codes and remembering, that no matter how small a design or how large and complex the project becomes, we will strive to leave a positive, lasting impression on our clients and our communities. We will do so with the strongest commitment and the highest level of integrity.

Permit drawings are prepared for submission to local building departments for review and approval. To date, ADG has permitted thousands of projects throughout the state of Florida.

ASSESSMENT
We analyze the project and identify the scope of the work and requirements of the client including:
•               Type of Drawing needed
•               Changes or details to be incorporated in the Drawings
•               Required design styles, sheet size, drawing scale, format of final output drawing, version

of the software, standards to be followed and all other specifications which are required to be incorporated in the Drawings

SAMPLE CREATION
This step involves creation of a sample based on the client’s requirements. Inputs in the form of scanned images or hard copies are received from the client. The client’s feedback and approval at this stage is critical to move forward.

PROCESS PLANNING AND IMPLEMENTATION
Project execution is planned according to turn around time and the delivery timeline. The following parameters are constantly monitored to ensure that we meet and exceed your expectations:
•               Service Level Commitment vs. Delivery
•               Cost vs. Quality matrix
• Building Code Check and Quality Control
•               Implementation of Confidentiality & Security requirements

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We deliver the project to the client via a secured ftp site or e-mail for client’s approval.