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Architects San Francisco
Before You Hire
Choosing
Contract & Design
Approvals
Contents
About
The ASF Team
Contract and Design
The Written Contract: What California Requires and What to Add
Contract and Design
From Sketch to Permit Set: The Design Phases
Approvals and Permits
San Francisco Planning Review and the 30-Day Neighborhood Notice
Before You Hire
Setting Your Scope and Budget Before the First Call
Choosing an Architect
Interview Questions That Separate Good Fits From Good Portfolios
Contract and Design
How Architects Charge: Fee Models, Phases and Extras
Before You Hire
Do You Need an Architect for Your San Francisco Project?
Choosing an Architect
Checking an Architect’s License and What It Tells You
Approvals and Permits
Building Permits at DBI: Over-the-Counter, In-House and Site Permits
Choosing an Architect
Building a Shortlist of San Francisco Architects
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