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Design and plans
I am looking at a semi-detached property in Hounslow council which will require modernisation. Main jobs will be: - modernise the kitchen - same place - remove a toilet room - remove a non-baring wall - do velux loft conversion for either 2 bedrooms or bathroom and a bedroom - create a new bathroom and utility downstairs - New main door - External paint For this, I would like to know what would be a typical cost to make the plans which could then be submitted to building control. How long does it take to draw up the plans / concepts and drawings? I look forward to your guides.
Architect Waiting Time
If I wanted to hire an architect for a project, roughly how long might I be waiting for them to get on board?
Architect budget tips
How can I make sure that an architect will complete a project within a set budget? How do I avoid common misunderstandings or/and ensure that the project goes as smoothly as possible?
Planning permission for land with existing buildings
Is planning permission more likely to be granted on a parcel of land where a building already exists?
Cost for planning drawing-window for the bathroom
I would like to build an internal bathroom which doesn't require planning permission but I would like to have a small window to ventilate which needs planning permission. How much does it cost to do the drawing?
Do provide drawings in CAD format?
In general, would an architect provide me with drawings in CAD format? Is this expected/necessary or would it just apply in certain cases? Any help on this would be appreciated.
Keeping architect costs down
What can I do to keep architect costs down when planning an extension?
How do architects fees work?
How does the fee structure of most architects tend to work?
Planning permission for building a house in countryside
If I'm building a house in the countryside does it need to be done under paragraph 80?
Do Architects need to show me their insurance?
Should an architect (or even are they legally obligated) to show me a copy of their PII/professional indemnity insurance?
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