| CLIENT: | J. Crew for KCG Architects |
| LOCATION: | Palm Beach Gardens, FL |
| PROJECT TYPE: | Mall TI |
Permit Place recently completed permit expediting services for KCG Architects and their client J. Crew, supporting a tenant improvement (TI) project in a mall location in Palm Beach Gardens, FL. The scope centered on PPREV plan review and coordination, ensuring the design package met all local requirements for a smooth plan check approval.
As part of J. Crew’s broader J. Crew program, this store required tight coordination with the Building Division, Community Development Department to maintain consistency and speed across the rollout. From initial submittal to final approvals, our team managed the permitting timeline, documentation, and agency communication to keep the project moving efficiently.
Challenges
This Palm Beach Gardens project presented no significant challenges, a testament to the strength of Permit Place’s preparation and planning.
Because our team anticipated the Building Division, Community Development Department’s submittal standards and review expectations, the mall TI review cycle remained straightforward and predictable.
Our established processes, including a thorough Due Diligence process prior to submittal, helped avoid rechecks, missing documents, or surprise comments that often slow down tenant improvement work.
Solutions and Strategies
Even in a smooth project, proactive measures are essential. Permit Place relied on its Due Diligence process to verify all PPREV requirements, confirm fees, and align plans with local code interpretations before the first submittal. Strategic application planning ensured that all materials reached the right reviewers the first time.
Throughout the 68-day timeline, we maintained proactive communication with both KCG Architects and the Building Division, Community Development Department. This coordination minimized back-and-forth and positioned the project for rapid plan check approval.
Project Wins
- Permit approvals secured in just 68 days from receipt of plans.
- The AHJ proved responsive and efficient.
- Our clear, consolidated submittal package helped keep the review and issuance process moving.
For KCG Architects and J. Crew, the smooth path to approval meant construction could stay on schedule and aligned with broader program timelines. The project showcases how effective permit expediting services—anchored by a strong Due Diligence process and proactive measures—can deliver consistent, repeatable results across multi-location retail programs.