A bit about me:I've been a practicing architect for 15 years, mainly in commercial architecture. 

Regardless you’ll probably need a good attorney and architect.

A major error on the part of the architect.

@Jennifer Kim I can recommend a few SB9 architects and contractors in Los Angeles...please DM me. 

Sadly, due to architect oversight there was a conflict between the zoning approvals and the building code which requires a pivot to a new design. 

Do they have a relationship with an architect and structural engineer who is reproducing the same plans at a discount rate and saving time because the plans have already been produced and vetted by the municipality leading to quicker permitting turnaround times?  

A good civil engineer and architect can often point out issues, but sometimes they are a bit silo'd in their view, and overlook things like environmental. 

We had to higher an architect, a general contractor, and a very expensive framer.  

Quote from @Craig NA: I am an architect in Florida, where REM Capital (Robert) signed a contract for architectural professional services in January 2024.

Other action items are getting quotes from architects, engineers, and GCs to see if you are able to financially do this type of build out.