| Client: | Tumi for Hambrecht Oleson Design, Inc |
| Location: | Destin, Florida |
| Project Type: | Mall Tenant Improvement |
Permit Place recently completed permit expediting services for Hambrecht Oleson Design, Inc on a Tumi tenant improvement in Destin, Florida. The project involved a mall TI (tenant improvement) within an existing shopping center environment, requiring close coordination with both the landlord and the City of Destin Community Development Department – Building Division.
As part of Tumi’s broader program, our team was engaged to manage the permitting for this retail location and secure timely plan check approval. From the moment we received the plans, our focus was on aligning submittal requirements, streamlining communications with the authority having jurisdiction (AHJ), and keeping the overall rollout schedule on track.
Challenges
This project moved forward without significant obstacles or unexpected setbacks. The smooth path to approval was the result of robust preparation and planning by the Permit Place team. By front-loading the research and requirements gathering, we avoided common pitfalls that can delay retail TI permits in busy mall environments.
Solutions and Strategies
Our comprehensive Due Diligence process clarified submittal standards, fees, and review timelines with the City before application. Proactive measures and strategic planning included:
- Early coordination with mall management and clear expectations for required documentation.
- Strategic application planning to ensure all plan sets and forms were complete at first submittal, minimizing corrections and review cycles.
Project Wins
The Tumi Silver Sands mall TI achieved plan check approval and permit issuance in just 49 days from plan receipt. For a branded retail program like Tumi’s, this predictable, accelerated timeline helped protect construction schedules and store opening targets. The success of this standalone project within a larger program underscores Permit Place’s ability to deliver consistent, efficient results across multiple locations using disciplined permit expediting services and a proven Due Diligence process.