Plan Check & Review Services

✓ Plan Review Experts ✓ Building Code Specialists ✓ First-Time Approval Focus

Plan Check & Review Services - Irvine, CA

Navigate Plan Review Without Delays, Rejections, or Costly Redesigns

Licensed structural engineers providing comprehensive plan check and review services throughout Orange County. From initial submittal to final approval - we ensure your plans meet all building department requirements while minimizing review cycles and approval delays.

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Building Department Plan Review is More Complex Than Ever

Multiple review cycles from incomplete or non-compliant plan submissions

Code interpretation conflicts between design intent and building department requirements

Interdisciplinary coordination issues requiring structural, architectural, and MEP alignment

Accessibility compliance gaps triggering expensive redesign requirements

Energy code documentation requiring specialized analysis and reporting

The Hidden Costs of Plan Review Problems:

○ 3-8 month approval delays from multiple plan check cycles and resubmittals

○ $15,000-50,000 redesign costs for plans rejected due to code compliance issues

○ Construction financing delays affecting project economics and carrying costs

○ Contractor scheduling conflicts from unpredictable approval timelines

○ Market timing losses missing optimal construction and occupancy windows

○ Design compromise requirements reducing project value and architectural quality

What Makes Orange County Plan Review Challenging:

○ Varied municipal requirements with different standards across Orange County cities

○ Enhanced seismic requirements demanding specialized structural analysis and documentation

○ Complex zoning coordination requiring planning and building department alignment

○ Fire department coordination with unique access and safety requirements

○ Environmental review integration affecting coastal and hillside development projects

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Plan Check & Review Professional Services

Our California licensed engineers specialize in plan review and building department coordination, providing architects, developers, and contractors with expert navigation of approval processes that minimize delays while ensuring complete code compliance.

Our Plan Review Expertise:

• Pre-Submittal Review - Plan completeness and code compliance verification before official submittal

• Building Department Coordination - Direct communication with reviewers and department management

• Plan Check Response - Professional response to reviewer comments and correction requirements

• Code Compliance Analysis - Comprehensive verification of building code adherence

• Interdisciplinary Coordination - Structural, architectural, and MEP plan integration

• Approval Expediting - Strategic management of review timelines and approval processes

What You Get:

• First-Time Approval Success - Professional plan preparation preventing multiple review cycles

• Timeline Predictability - Managed approval process with realistic schedule coordination

• Code Compliance Assurance - Professional verification preventing rejection and redesign costs

• Cost Control - Efficient approval process minimizing carrying costs and delays

• Quality Preservation - Code compliance solutions maintaining design intent and project value

• Stress Reduction - Professional management of complex approval processes

Plan Check & Review Service Process

Step 1: Plan Analysis & Preparation (1-2 Weeks)

• Comprehensive plan review and code compliance analysis

• Building department requirement research and submittal preparation

• Plan completeness verification and correction identification

• Interdisciplinary coordination and conflict resolution

• Pre-submittal strategy development and timeline planning

Step 2: Building Department Coordination (1 Week)

• Official plan submittal and application coordination

• Building department communication and relationship management

• Review assignment coordination and timeline establishment

• Special requirement coordination (fire department, accessibility, energy)

• Progress monitoring and status communication

Step 3: Plan Check Management (3-6 Weeks)

• Plan review progress monitoring and reviewer communication

• Plan check comment analysis and response strategy development

• Interdepartmental coordination and conflict resolution

• Timeline management and milestone tracking

• Client communication and status reporting

Step 4: Correction Response & Resubmittal (1-2 Weeks)

• Professional response to plan check comments and corrections

• Plan revision coordination and interdisciplinary integration

• Correction verification and completeness confirmation

• Resubmittal coordination and timeline management

• Final review monitoring and approval coordination

Step 5: Permit Issuance & Project Support (1 Week)

• Final approval coordination and permit issuance

• Construction document distribution and contractor coordination

• Inspection scheduling and construction support coordination

• Project timeline coordination and milestone management

• Ongoing support for construction phase questions and coordination

Orange County Plan Review & Building Department Knowledge

🏛️ Municipal Process Expertise

Irvine Building Department: Plan review procedures, seismic requirements, planned community coordination Newport Beach Standards: Coastal zone coordination, architectural review, high-value property requirements Costa Mesa Processes: Commercial development focus, urban infill coordination, expedited review programs Santa Ana Requirements: Mixed-use development, transit-oriented projects, urban design standards

📋 Code Specialization

California Building Code: Current CBC requirements, local amendments, seismic design standards Accessibility Standards: ADA compliance, California accessibility requirements, path of travel analysis Energy Codes: Title 24 compliance, energy efficiency documentation, green building coordination Fire Codes: Life safety requirements, emergency access, sprinkler system coordination

⚡ Review Process Optimization

Reviewer Relations: Established relationships with building department staff and management Timeline Management: Understanding of municipal review schedules and capacity constraints Technology Integration: Electronic plan review systems and digital submission processes Quality Standards: Documentation standards ensuring reviewer acceptance and approval

📊 Market Intelligence

Approval Timelines: Current Orange County building department processing times and backlogs Code Updates: Recent code changes, interpretation updates, enforcement trends Best Practices: Successful approval strategies and reviewer preference coordination Technology Trends: Electronic review systems, digital submissions, process improvements

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Licensed Plan Review & Building Department Specialists

Professional Credentials

California P.E. License - Licensed Structural and Civil Engineering

Plan Review Specialist - 12+ years building department coordination experience

Code Compliance Expert - Current knowledge of California Building Code and local amendments

$5 Million Professional Liability - Complete plan review and approval service coverage

Plan Review Experience

3,000+ Plans Reviewed for compliance and approval throughout Orange County

92% First-Time Approval rate for professionally reviewed plan submittals

Average 60% Timeline Reduction compared to typical review cycles

Zero Code Violations from our reviewed and approved plans

Industry Recognition

Building Department Preferred - Known by Orange County building departments for quality submittals

Architect Recommended - Trusted by design professionals for reliable approval coordination

Contractor Approved - Recognized for plans that support efficient construction

Professional Memberships - ICC, SEAOC, building code development organizations

What is included in your plan review service?

We provide comprehensive pre-submittal review, code compliance verification, building department coordination, plan check response, and approval management ensuring first-time approval success.

How much do plan review services cost?

Plan review services typically cost $3,000-8,000 depending on project complexity, saving $20,000-75,000 in potential redesign costs and approval delays.

How long does the plan approval process take?

With professional coordination, most plans receive approval in 6-12 weeks compared to 4-6 months for unmanaged submittals. Timeline depends on project complexity and municipal workload.

Can you help if our plans have already been rejected?

Yes, we specialize in correction response and resubmittal coordination. We analyze rejection comments and provide professional responses ensuring next-cycle approval.

Do you coordinate with our architect and contractor?

Absolutely. We work as part of your project team coordinating with all design professionals and contractors to ensure seamless approval and construction transition.

hat if plan check reveals code compliance issues?

We identify and resolve code issues early through pre-submittal review, or provide cost-effective solutions for issues discovered during official review.

5-Star Google Reviews

Maria A.

Jonathan and Trina are both very professional and good at what they do. They are very flexible and easy to work with. Their quality of work and customer service is excellent. I will not hesitate to hire them again for any of my future projects and I would highly recommend them to anyone who wants excellent and quality work and service.

Lisa H.

Jonathon and his team were top professionals when I hired them to take over an project that was going sideways with another firm. They were very responsive, helped me salvage what I could from the previous firm, and provided the expertise and knowledge needed to finish the job quickly and efficiently. Jonathon went above and beyond to make sure I understood the process and answered all of my questions patiently. I will hire them again for my next structural engineering project and strongly recommend them if you need work done right the first time.

Tim S.

Amazing communication from this amazing team. Absolute value for the all inclusive services you get from a professional and prompt team. I used architecture and engineering services for a major home addition and remodel. Additionally, Jonathon and his network was able to handle every issue from the city including great referrals for soil report and grading plan engineer. Don’t bother wasting your time getting more quotes, this is the firm to use.