I am doing something similar and paying $5000. This includes some
construction site visits, which I negotiated into the contract. I
feel the paying a percentage method is strange because the architect
work comes before the construction cost is known. Here is my
contract. Note the architect is young and it's a "friendly" rate (but
not discounted a lot I think). I live in a city with a low cost of
living. I pay in three payments, prior to starting each segment of the
work.
Dear AAA:
It was a pleasure to meet with you to discuss your plans for a new
addition/kitchen layout. Attached is an outline of the process from
conception to completion for the following project as well as a
clarification of our services.
SCOPE OF WORK: In summary, your requested needs include:
? Living space addition w/ ample natural sunlight
? Powder room
? More accommodating Kitchen
? 2nd floor rooftop terrace accessed via 2nd floor office
? Small exterior landing/steps leading to yard
Includes all drawings necessary for permit.
Total Architecture/Design Fee = $5000 + reimbursable items*
Design team to meet with client to review needs/desires and will
commence measuring of existing conditions. Owner to provide any
images/samples acquired thus far. Owner to provide non-original copies
of any existing drawings of building or plot. A Structural Engineer
will need to review drawings, who?s fees are to be paid by the owner.
PROCESS FROM CONCEPT TO CONSTRUCTION estimated hours
Items in italics = outside of Architect/design scope of work
AS-BUILT DRAWINGS target delivery: mid-June
Generate Site Plan indicating property lines, streets, existing structures
on/adjacent to property, major features or known utilities
(If required, owner may need to pay for an official surveyed plot drawings).
Cost for As-built Drawings portion of work: $1250 + reimbursable items
DESIGN target delivery: end of August
? Interpret Program and discuss physical manifestation of concepts
into new building design
? Conceptual drawings to include: site plan, foundation plan, 1st
floor plan,2nd floor plan, , building section, exterior elevations of
north, west and south elevations. We will provide samples/images of
exterior cladding.
? Concept meeting with Owner
Owner provides feedback, makes choices, approves direction
? Revise/advance design
Formalize plans. sections and elevations.
Owner approves design.
Owner solicits for preliminary construction estimates.
Cost for Design portion of work: $1250 + reimbursable items*
CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS target delivery: end of December
? Develop drawings into full construction documents ready for permit submission.
Owner reviews drawings, provides feedback, makes choices, approves direction
? HVAC contractor to provide engineered stamped HVAC permit
application and drawings for Architect. If contractor is unavailable
to do this, the Owner will need to hire an HVAC engineer to complete
the HVAC drawings/application. The HVAC application/drawings must be
submitted simultaneously as the general Building Permit.
? Revise/advance drawing set to create final design and specifications
Owner provides final approval. Provide client with printed set of documents.
? Submit drawings and applications
for Building Permit
? Receive response from Plans Examiner and review
Revise drawings and provide clarifications as needed
Develop wall sections/construction details as requested by plans examiner.
Review major concerns with Owner as needed
Resubmit adjusted drawings to Plans Examiner
? This project may require a hearing with the Zoning review board in
regard to side-yard setbacks. In this event, architect will bill
client at hourly rate of $60/hour.
Owner?s presence is required.
? Plans Examiner approves drawings for permit
Owner to pay for Building Permit.
? While Architect will provide floor plan layout of all spaces, Owner
must choose all kitchen cabinets/appliances, powder room
fixtures/fittings, flooring, paint colors, etc.
Cost for Contract Documents/Permitting portion of work: $2500 +
reimbursable items*
CONSTRUCTION ADMINISTRATION
? Architect will visit site (2) times during construction. Additional
scheduled site visitations (if requested) will be billed to owner at a
rate of $60/hour. Owner may ask Architect to administer Change
Orders, review bids, etc @ a rate of $60/hour.
? Contractors to obtain own electric or plumbing permits as needed.
Contractor schedules all inspections/obtains Certificate of Occupancy
upon completion
*Note: Reimbursable items include: engineering (surveyor consultant's
fee if needed) cost of all permits, printing/ developing fees, samples
or materials (i.e. items ordered if needed).
Scope of work to be modified under the following circumstances: Owner
alters scope of project or reverts process of drawing/permitting
procedures.
Your project is well within our means and interests. We welcome you
to contact us with any regard.
Sincerely,
XX A. YY, Architect
Please sign and date below, to signify our agreement in contract form:
Agreed by: Date:
Architect:
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