A third party review is a beneficial step to take in residential and commercial building design. Whether you’re building a home or a large-scale commercial building, going this route can save a lot of time and money.

What Is a Third Party Review?

A review involves having a licensed third party manage your permitting process. They will ensure every aspect of the building plan complies with state code in addition to acquiring the necessary permits. On most projects, this review process can be completed within a few weeks.

Why It’s a Smart Choice

While it’s an additional cost, a third party review is worth having your architect budget into the project. It saves a lot of time; the typical route for obtaining permits can take between six months to a year, while a third party review takes only a few weeks. As a result, you’ll be able to complete your project on time without costly delays. Many design teams can work on the last 5% of their plans and specs while having the peer review done on the first 95%. As a result, they don’t experience any delay while waiting for the peer review to be completed.

Unlike typical one-time reviews submitted to the Department of Planning and Permitting during traditional permit applications, this process allows builders to negotiate with inspectors and the DPP over any corrections or proposed changes. For example, say your peer review finds a proposed change. You can adjust your permit with the DPP to reflect that change rather than submitting new plans altogether and waiting up to 12 months for your new permit. 

Having someone else check the architect’s work means you’ll get another expert’s opinion, which could help you avoid costly mistakes. Some common mistakes made by designers, which they will be financially responsible for, include incompleteness and lack of coordination, such as when the mechanical plan doesn’t match up with the electrical plan.

Take advantage of the benefits of a third party review with Prowork Pacific Inc. They specialize in luxury house design in Honolulu, HI, and across Oahu. You’ll work with a certified architect and a skilled crew. They also provide third party reviews for all types of projects. Check out their portfolio on their website, and call (808) 384-3388 to discuss your project.