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THE PERMIT PRO CONSULTANT

About us

Fast accurate reliable drafting and permit processing. In business since Aug 1985. Affilate member of CREIA (California Real Estate Inspection Association) Tenant Improvements, light commercial projects. By getting the proper building permits you can have refinancing on FULL Square Footage and when it comes to sell your property it will not slow down or stop you from being in the correct field of buyers for the correct number of bedrooms, bathrooms and other amenities etc. The disclosure law is getting harder or more strict not easier. The property appraiser can not give value for illegally or un-permitted square footage, whether habitable or non habitable living space. My motto is pay me now or pay me later. I am not being mean or any more expensive for this process, however the real cost is what the local building department will double your permit fees. Might make you do destructive testing (watch out once Pandora's box is open) or expose footings, framing members, electrical, plumbing supply and waste and mechanical. You may have to hire structural engineers or other experts to make reports on the actual conditions on property. You may also have to remove some square footage if over allowed FAR (floor area ratio) or allowed lot coverage or encroaching into the minimum building setbacks (distance from property lines or center-line of roads and easements. Bottom line. It will cost you more later than less now. It is not worth saving a few permit fess and property taxes for what you will have to go through later. Call the Permit Pro Consultant to see where you sit before opening up the door for problems that you may not have budgeted for or before closing on a property that you were told not to worry about the permits it was built by professionals etc, for a confidential non-bias code compliance review of your projects strengths and weaknesses. Once you own the parcel of land you also own the encumber problems regardless if you built them or not they are your problems now. Specialties: By doing so many after the fact (As Built)building permits it has made me a better designer. We value engineer your new added square footage etc as not to waste building products which drive up overall construction costs.

Business highlights

40 years of experience

Services we offer

400 of which were illegally built or modified in some way with out the proper building permits. Found this niche in 1992, 600 structures, Additions, As-Builts (after the fact permits) Feasibility Studies, Code Compliance, Custom Homes, Design Drafting, Have permitted over 1, Permit Processing, Remodels, Trouble Shooter and Problem Solver for all types of building projects. Work w/ investors, agents, brokers, home owners contractors all 19 local building departments, past Code enforcement officer

Reviews
4.56 Reviews
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Jill M.
Sep 2023
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$600
Permit pro has been wonderful to work with. We used Ian twice. the first time 20 years ago when we purchased our home. He gave us honest straightforward answers regarding an Un permitted enclosed patio extension. His information was accurate. Saved us a ton of money! And Ian was very nice and helpful to work with. We recently called him again when we’re getting ready to sell our property. Exceptional service. So glad he’s still in business.

Mariaclaudia C.
Sep 2020
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Using Ian as the Permit consultant saved thousands of dollars and a massive headache to my client selling a home with an unpermitted area a few years back. His expertise, knowledge and clear explanation of options, assisted my sellers in having a clear course of action and agree on what the next step forward was, prior to sell their home. His knowledge is unsurpassed. When I have questions regarding unpermitted additions or ADU, I look no further and fully rely on Ian. His words are worth thousands.

Gary H.
Jun 2017
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Excellent. Ian is helpful, knowledgeable, punctual and professional! He met every commitment and provided all information as promised.

Robert F.
Aug 2015
2.0
$500
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Danielle M.
Mar 2015
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$3,500
I hired Ian Scattergood and Momenta Design Group to draw up a remodel plan and obtain plan approval and permits from the city.  Ian was able to meet me the same week I called for an appointment and measured out the remodel space the same day as the initial appointment.  I received draft plans within a week and email updates from Ian and his partner, Rick, during the approval and permit process.  From start to finish, the whole process took about two weeks, and my project was able to start right on time.  This was no easy feat considering the number of permits my remodel required.  I'd highly recommend both Ian Scattergood and Momenta Design Group to anyone in need of an architect and help navigating the city plan approval/permit process.

DONNA P.
Mar 2009
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$500
The Permit Pro Consultants were EXCELLENT. Ian was all over my home, looking for possible stumbling blocks, advising the contractor of problems that were pre-existing. After the initial visit, they drew up plans and worked with me extremely well with what I wanted and didn't. I really liked that they were open to all of my ideas and went with them! Then they secured all the permits for the new construction. Outstanding work in a very short period of time. Please consider this company for any of your "permit" problems, they are right on the money and extremely dedicated to any project.

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FAQ

THE PERMIT PRO CONSULTANT is currently rated 4.5 overall out of 5.

No, THE PERMIT PRO CONSULTANT does not offer free project estimates.

No, THE PERMIT PRO CONSULTANT does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.

No, THE PERMIT PRO CONSULTANT does not offer a senior discount.

No, THE PERMIT PRO CONSULTANT does not offer emergency services.

No, THE PERMIT PRO CONSULTANT does not offer warranties.