| CLIENT: | J. Crew for KCG Architects |
| LOCATION: | Annapolis, Maryland |
| PROJECT TYPE: | Mall TI |
Permit Place recently completed permit expediting services for KCG Architects on a new J. Crew interior tenant improvement in Annapolis, Maryland. The project involved a full interior TI within a mall environment, requiring close coordination with the Department of Planning & Zoning – Permits and Inspections Division to secure timely plan check approval.
As part of J. Crew’s broader program, the goal was to move from design to approved permits quickly so construction could align with broader rollout timelines. Permit Place managed the entire process (from submittal to final approval) delivering a streamlined, on-schedule result.
Challenges
This project was notable for what it did not have: major issues or delays.
Thanks to detailed pre-planning, the submittal process with the Department of Planning & Zoning – Permits and Inspections Division was incredibly efficient. Our team’s preparation eliminated typical bottlenecks often seen with mall tenant improvements, allowing the project to progress straight through without significant hiccups.
Solutions and Strategies
A thorough due diligence process upfront ensured all jurisdictional requirements, mall standards, and program needs were clearly understood before submittal. Permit Place’s proactive measures included:
- Strategic application planning
- Complete and accurate documentation
- Consistent communication with both KCG Architects and the reviewing agency
This methodical approach supported fast plan check approval and removed the need for extensive corrections.
Project Wins
- Permit approval in just 45 days from plan receipt
- Completed 28% under budget
- Both initial and resubmittal reviews finished ahead of the department’s targeted timeframes
- First J. Crew program project successfully managed by the same Permit Place team member from start to finish, validating our scalable processes for national retail clients