Architect Expectations - Frustrated To Date
Have finished my first flip and moving on to my next. Thanks BiggerPockets for the continued inspiration.
Also have joined a realtor to develop and brand a strong real estate portfolio. Our long term goal is managing multiple rehabs and rentals at once. Our current dilemma is that we purchased a distressed property that needs a full gut. We will be doing a bump out (10'x15') and pop up (adding a 2nd floor). Our current timeline to date is below. I was expecting to be in permitting by now but we are not. The architect has indicated my expectations are unrealistic. Can someone provide guidance on a timeline on what would be considered a realistic expectation on drawings submitted for permitting from an architect that understands we are flipping the home (time is $)? Also a timeline for construction docs so I can get bids from multiple builders in the area (still don't have those either).
9-13: ratified contract on the property (5 day contingency - footers)
9-18: footers checked and confirmed can hold 2nd story
9-20: plat sent over to Architect
9-23: initial sit down with new architect to discuss plans
10-14: meet with architect again - made minor modifications
10-15: received partial elevations from architect so we could market coming soon on MLS
10-25: Met with Architect and builder to get update on status and quote
11-14 meeting today to hopefully confirm final plans and get them submitted for permitting (another 6-8 wks in county zoning and building)
Also, would like to develop a growing relationship with an architect in NoVA that understands Arlington County Land Disturbance issues. Any suggestions in Arlington County for an architect?
In need of knowledge- Traci