Question 1

What services do you provide?

Accepted Answer

We provide residential and commercial drafting, construction documents, space planning, design consulting, permit consulting, code and plan-check support, and 3D modeling + visualization services for design and coordination.

Question 2

Do you work on remodels, additions, and new construction?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We work on remodels, additions, new residential construction, and small commercial or tenant-improvement projects, from early layout through permit-ready drawings.

Question 3

Do you provide stamped plans?

Accepted Answer

We prepare complete permit-ready drawings and coordinate with licensed professionals or engineers when a professional stamp is required by the jurisdiction or project scope.

Question 4

Can you help with permit submittals and plan check?

Accepted Answer

Yes, we prepare and organize submittal packages, assist with intake requirements, and support corrections and resubmittals during plan review. We also can take on the project expediting when needed.

Question 5

What is typically included in your construction documents?

Accepted Answer

Our drawing sets are tailored to both your needs, and local jurisdiction requirements. We create multiple types of sets including as-builts, design sets, and construction document permit-ready drawings. These can include anything from floor plans, site plans, elevations, roof and ceiling plans, schedules, details, notes, energy reports, cabinetry specs, material and fixtures schedules, etc.

Question 6

Can you revise or complete drawings prepared by someone else?

Accepted Answer

Yes, we often create 3D models for contractors who need to visualize and map out the build before jumping in construction. This is an important step that prevents collisions between different fixtures, and often is an opportunity for contractors to present higher quality finishes for the owner.

Question 7

Do you offer space planning without full construction drawings?

Accepted Answer

Yes, we can provide any of our services independently from the others, which allow for flexibility on projects with tight budgets, or multiple consultants. We can create space plans for you without needing to provide full CD sets.

Question 8

Do you provide 3D modeling and renderings?

Accepted Answer

Yes, we use the latest and greatest CAD and rendering software to create high-level, coordinated 3D models and photorealistic renderings. Unsure what your plans will really look like? We can turn your construction document set into a 3D model for visualization and space planning.

Question 9

Can you create a 3D model from my existing plans?

Accepted Answer

Yes, if you already have existing plans from when your building was constructed, remodeled, or from an architect, we can use these plans to create a 3D model. Typically, we will come to site at least once to confirm that the plans represent what was actually constructed.

Question 10

Are renderings used for permitting?

Accepted Answer

Yes, however, renderings are used for space planning and visualization, though certain jurisdictions and permit types (e.g. Conditional use permit, HOA approval), will require renderings. Our renderings are created based on true geometry and will be a great support in your approval process when needed.

Question 11

Do you coordinate with engineers and other consultants?

Accepted Answer

Yes, on almost all permit submittals we will coordinate with at least one outside engineer / consultant, unless the project is limited in scope, or doesn’t otherwise need structural / civil / energy engineering.

Question 12

Can you help with zoning and feasibility before design?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely, we can provide detailed permit feasibility reports as part of your project package. This is an often overlooked first step in a new-construction project or remodel and can lead to countless headaches down the road if missed. We want to ensure the smoothest possible path forward on any given build.

Question 13

Do you help with code-enforcement or red-tag projects?

Accepted Answer

Yes, after-the-fact drawings can be prepared and we can assist with revisions and coordination required to resolve correction notices.

Question 14

Do you communicate directly with building departments?

Accepted Answer

Yes, we have great relationships with the local building departments and coordinate with them frequently to ensure our plans are held to the highest standards.

Question 15

Do you provide ADU services?

Accepted Answer

Yes, we offer comprehensive ADU services all the way from site planning, to design, to construction documents, and permit submission. We will work with you to determine what type & size ADU will work best for your property given your needs, and local building / planning codes.

Question 16

Do you perform site visits and field verification?

Accepted Answer

Yes, we pride ourselves in our attention to detail and will create the highest level as-builts your money can buy! We use a high-accuracy, high-density LiDAR scanning machine, drone, and hand measurements to bring the greatest level of accuracy to your project.

Question 17

Can you work from hand sketches or rough concepts?

Accepted Answer

Hand sketches and conceptual drawings can be a great starting point for us to understand your project’s scope and begin researching applicable codes. We can also use hand sketches to produce rough 3D models for space planning and visualization purposes.

Question 18

How are revisions handled during design and plan check?

Accepted Answer

During design, simple revisions are expected and do not result in any changes to the project quote. If a complete overhaul to your project occurs, this will result in an updated quote. During plan check, our scope includes the typical revisions incurred by the reviewers.

Question 19

Do you perform background work for professionals?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely, one of Terra’s key features that make us unique is our ability to work behind the scenes for other professionals. We may be assisting a general contractor in permitting a build, aiding in drafting for design professionals, or modeling & rendering for interior designers.

Question 20

Do you provide drawings during construction?

Accepted Answer

Yes, we can assist with clarification sketches, field-driven revisions, and support related to the approved plans.

General FAQs

01What services do you provide?

02Do you work on remodels, additions, and new construction?

03Do you provide stamped plans?

04Can you help with permit submittals and plan check?

05What is typically included in your construction documents?

06Can you revise or complete drawings prepared by someone else?

07Do you offer space planning without full construction drawings?

08Do you provide 3D modeling and renderings?

09Can you create a 3D model from my existing plans?

10Are renderings used for permitting?

11Do you coordinate with engineers and other consultants?

12Can you help with zoning and feasibility before design?

13Do you help with code-enforcement or red-tag projects?

14Do you communicate directly with building departments?

15Do you provide ADU services?

16Do you perform site visits and field verification?

17Can you work from hand sketches or rough concepts?

18How are revisions handled during design and plan check?

19Do you perform background work for professionals?

20Do you provide drawings during construction?