Our team at Permit Place recently undertook a challenging Due Diligence and Permit Expediting project for TUMI, a renowned luxury travel and lifestyle brand. The project involved a 2,009 square foot retail renovation Grapevine Mills Mall located in Grapevine, Texas.
Our primary task was to secure the necessary building permit for TUMI’s renovation project, ensuring a smooth and timely approval process.
The main challenge our team faced was the jurisdiction’s requirement for a hard copy submittal. This included a specific set of required documents that needed to be included in the submittal package for a complete application. Ensuring all necessary paperwork was properly prepared and formatted according to local standards was crucial to avoid delays in the approval process.
To address these challenges, we implemented our comprehensive due diligence process. This process is designed to identify key project contacts and major sticking points in the submittal process and understand plan formatting and naming standards. We also researched applicable fees, relevant departments, building codes, and contractor requirements specific to Grapevine, TX.
Our thorough approach allowed us to preemptively address potential issues and ensure a complete and accurate submittal package. We meticulously prepared all required documents, adhering to the jurisdiction’s specific formatting and content requirements for hard copy submittals.
Our efforts resulted in significant wins for TUMI. We successfully obtained the building permit as a first-round approval, a testament to the thoroughness of our preparation and the accuracy of our submittal package. Importantly, we secured the permit before TUMI’s planned construction start date, allowing the project to proceed on schedule.
The efficiency of our process was evident in the turnaround time. We initially estimated a 7-10 working day approval process, and pleased to achieve approval in just 7 business days, meeting the lower end of our projected timeline.
By meeting and exceeding expectations in terms of approval time and preparation, we ensured that TUMI could proceed with their construction plans without delay, showcasing the value of our permit expediting services.
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