PROGRAMMING: Initial meeting with the client to document the scope of work and establish preliminary construction and furnishings budgets based on the clients’ needs, specifications, and constraints.

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REVIEW OF GOVERNING AGENCIES REGULATIONS: Preliminary analysis of building planning and zoning department’s limitations and regulations as they pertain to the site.

 

REVIEW EXISTING DOCUMENTS: Any existing or pertinent documents that might assist in showing existing conditions on the property.

 

AS-BUILT DRAWINGS: When existing structures are involved, the measurements and existing conditions will be documented and used to assist with the design and demolition plans.

 

SCHEMATIC DESIGN: Initial designs and concepts for the client to review and approve.  At this time, preliminary budgets, finishes, and specifications will be established.

 

DESIGN DEVELOPMENT: Upon approval of schematic design, scaled drawings of plans, sections, and elevations will be established.  Specifications and finishes will be developed and initial meetings with contractors will be used to help establish our goal budget.

 

CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS: Coordination of consulting Structural and Mechanical Electrical and Plumbing (MEP) Engineers in the preparation of construction documents in accordance with Building Code for permit by the Building Dept.  The selection, detail, and specifications of finishes, fixtures, and built-in millwork shall be incorporated into the construction documents for procurement and installation by a contractor.

 

CONSTRUCTION BIDDING, PERMITTING AND SCHEDULE REVIEW: Assistance of reviewing plans with maximum of three proposed Contractors, and negotiating a contract and contract schedule for construction.  Plans processing and/or applying for variances can be provided as supplemental services but are not included in the contract.

 

CONSTRUCTION OBSERVATION: Site visits to observe progress of plans and ensure proper design intent.  DeLeon Design Group or Staff shall make visits to the construction site at regular intervals, or as requested by owner or contractor.  DeLeon Design Group shall also review shop drawings and finish samples prior to fabrication.

 

PROJECT MANAGEMENT: We will work closely with the contractor on site to establish budgets, billing, schedules, and planning to execute the work in a timely and equitable fashion, but most importantly, to ensure, as the client’s agent, that the work is consistent with the design intent.  In addition, we will help facilitate permit applications and maintain a constant relationship between contractor and owner.