From concept to permit, a single point of contact
A structured workflow designed to eliminate regulatory guesswork, coordinate external engineering fees, and accelerate borough permit approval across Montreal.
Initial Qualification Call
Direct conversation to assess the scope of work, project address, spatial goals, target budget, and critical timelines.
✓ Strategic orientation & preliminary scope assessment
Feasibility Diagnostic
Comprehensive verification of borough zoning bylaws (setbacks, footprint, maximum height, parking), heritage constraints (PIIA/SPAIP), and mandatory professional licensing requirements. 100% credited toward your drawing package fees.
✓ Regulatory analysis brief + action roadmap
Proposal, Agreement & Retainer
Fixed-fee proposal detailing deliverable milestones, external engineering coordination fees, and clear payment stages (30% / 40% / 30%).
✓ Transparent service agreement & delivery schedule
On-Site Survey & As-Built Drawings
Millimeter-accurate laser measurements and 3D scanning to construct an exact virtual twin of existing conditions (bearing walls, structural depths, service shafts).
✓ Digital BIM Model (Revit) & as-built drawings
Spatial Concept & Layout Options
Exploration of functional spatial configurations with surface balances, circulation clearances, and perspective views for confident client sign-off.
✓ 2 to 3 floor plan options & 3D visualizations
Drawings Packages, Technical Coordination & City Permit
Full technical drafting compliant with borough requirements and the Construction Code (CCQ / NBC). Seamless coordination of structural engineering drawings prepared, signed, and sealed by a licensed OIQ engineer when required by law. Direct filing and diligent tracking with municipal plan examiners.
✓ Complete permit package (plans signed and sealed by an external engineer or architect where required)
RBQ Contractor Bidding Package
Preparation of technical tender specs, invitation to 3 vetted RBQ-licensed general contractors, identical-basis bid comparison, and objective guidance.
✓ Comparative bid evaluation matrix & recommendation
Jobsite: Technical Coordination & Site Visits
Periodic jobsite visits to review work conformity against drawing sets, resolving unforeseen conditions collaboratively with the contractor.
✓ Site inspection logs & change order registers
Closeout & Final As-Built Documentation
Incorporation of final jobsite adjustments, delivery of as-built drawing archives (PDF / DWG / RVT on request), and permanent asset record keeping.
✓ Complete digital archive package (As-Built)
MANDATORY STATUTORY NOTICE ON MUNICIPAL TIMELINES:
The review period for permit applications is solely under the jurisdiction of the Urban Planning and Inspection departments of each Montreal borough (or local municipality). No firm can legally guarantee a specific permit issuance date. Our mandate is to submit an impeccably prepared, code-compliant application package to minimize revisions and examiner delays.
Ready to commence Step 01?
Schedule your complimentary 15-minute qualification call.