Urban Permitting and Planset
Budget: $25 – $50 USD
Licensed Architect for IBC/IEBC Code Compliance Narrative - Everett WA Dog Park Permit (B2503-071)
PROJECT OVERVIEW
Commercial dog park build in Everett, WA (98201) has stalled at the 5th city review round due to incomplete code narrative and insufficient Level 1/Level 2 alteration analysis under IBC/IEBC 2021. Current architectural set and all city reviewer comments are available for immediate review.
Current Issue/Pain Point: Previous architect rushed the submission, failed to provide proper code justification, and didn't adequately debate Level 1 vs Level 2 work scope with the city.
What I need: A licensed architect (Washington State stamp strongly preferred) to develop a code-compliant response narrative that satisfies the building inspector and keeps our schedule intact.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS (MUST HAVE)
✓ Active architectural license (RA, AIA, or equivalent) - provide license number and state in your proposal
✓ Direct experience with IBC 2021 and IEBC 2021 - cite specific sections you've worked with
✓ Permit approval track record - provide 2-3 examples of similar projects you've successfully navigated through building review
✓ Code narrative writing experience - show samples of response letters you've written to building departments
✓ Availability to start within 24 hours of project award
✓ Willingness to participate in video interview - Non-negotiable requirement for Phase 1
PREFERRED:
- Washington State architectural stamp
- Experience with Group A-3 assembly occupancies
- Prior work with accessory occupancy classifications (IBC 508.2.3)
- Experience with change-of-occupancy projects under IEBC Chapter 8
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SCREENING QUESTIONS (Answer ALL in your proposal)
Your proposal WILL NOT be considered unless you answer these questions:
1. What is your architectural license number and issuing state/country?
2. Describe one project where you successfully resolved a building department dispute using IBC/IEBC code citations.
3. What is your interpretation of IEBC 410.4 regarding Level 1 vs Level 2 alterations? (2-3 sentences max)
4. Can you provide a link to ONE code response narrative you've written for a building department?
5. What is your availability to begin work within 24 hours?
Proposals without complete answers to all 5 questions will be automatically rejected.
PROJECT STRUCTURE: 3-PHASE WORKING INTERVIEW
I will hire 3 architects for Phase 1, narrow to 2 for Phase 2, and award 1 architect the final phase plus future work across my 150,000+ SF commercial real estate portfolio.
PHASE 1: Document Review, Battle Plan & Video Interview (hourly)
Time allocation: 3 hours (or so) at your negotiated hourly rate
Your task:
- Review all uploaded documents (5th review letter, existing plans, code clarification attempts, COO documentation)
- Assess the city's 14 outstanding comments
- Develop a written "battle plan" (1-2 pages) outlining your compliance strategy
Deliverable format:
- PDF document clearly addressing each of the 14 city comments
- Your recommended approach (agree/challenge/modify/alternative solution)
- Estimated timeline and scope for Phase 2 completion
- Clear outline of strategy to move project forward
- More time allotted with correct questions and directions if needed
Video Interview Requirement:
- MANDATORY: Before any consideration, you must participate in a 10+ minute video call here on Freelancer.com
- Purpose: Discuss your battle plan, answer questions, and verify you are who you say you are
- Schedule: Will be scheduled within 24 hours of Phase 1 deliverable submission
- NO EXCEPTIONS: You will not be hired without completing this video interview
Selection criteria:
- Thoroughness and technical accuracy of battle plan
- Code knowledge demonstrated in video interview
- Communication clarity and professionalism
- Feasibility of proposed approach
- Video verification confirmation
I will select the 3 most qualified candidates to move forward to Phase 2.
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PHASE 2: Code Compliance Narrative & Hand-Drawing Strategy (HOURLY - Negotiated Based on Phase 1)
Time allocation: Hourly rate for negotiated amount of time
Your task:
- Draft comprehensive 6th Review Response Letter addressing all 14 city comments
- Provide technical justifications with specific IBC/IEBC 2021 citations
- Create hand-drawn sketches/diagrams supporting compliance strategy
- Present clear solutions for contentious issues:
* Occupancy classification (A-3 primary with A-2/B accessory)
* Level 1 vs Level 2 work area definitions
* Egress path compliance through intervening rooms
* Thermal envelope and accessibility requirements
* Second-floor mezzanine vs. floor designation
* Occupant load calculations and exit width requirements
- Structure narrative to support eventual drawing revisions
- One round of revisions based on my feedback
Deliverables:
1. 6th Review Response Letter (formatted per city requirements, 3-5 pages)
2. Technical memo summarizing compliance strategy by issue area
3. Hand-drawn diagrams/sketches supporting narrative (sketch/CAD acceptable)
4. Outline of recommended drawing revisions needed
5. Code citation reference sheet with specific IBC/IEBC sections
How this works:
- You will propose your hourly rate + estimated total hours needed
- We will negotiate mutually acceptable terms before work begins
- Milestones can be set if needed.
- You will have time flexibility within our agreed target window
- I want this sent to the city as-is (narrative + hand-drawings) to get preliminary buy-in on strategy
Selection: The 1 architect delivering the highest-quality Phase 2 work moves to Phase 3 and becomes my long-term architectural partner.
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PHASE 3: Final Drawings & City Submission (HOURLY - Negotiated Hours)
Time allocation: Hourly rate for negotiated amount of time
Your task:
- Convert Phase 2 hand-drawings into professional CAD/Revit drawings
- Revise full architectural plan set based on approved Phase 2 narrative
- Prepare complete permit set for 6th Review submission to city
- Coordinate with city if clarifications needed during review
- Attend virtual meeting with building inspector (if required) - no additional charge
- Submit final documentation to Everett Building Services per city requirements
Deliverables:
1. Complete revised plan set (PDF + CAD/Revit source files)
2. Transmittal letter and supporting documentation
3. City submission package formatted per department requirements
4. One coordination meeting with building inspector (if needed)
How this works:
- You will propose your hourly rate + estimated total hours needed
- We will negotiate mutually acceptable terms before work begins
- Milestone payments through Freelancer.com for security (typically 25-50-25 or 50-50 split)
- Flexible deadline based on city response timeline
- This architect becomes my go-to for future work across my 150,000+ SF real estate portfolio
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FILES PROVIDED (All uploaded on Freelancer.com)
You will have immediate access to:
- City's 5th Review Letter (December 19, 2025) - 14 outstanding comments
- Internal code clarification request drafted to city
- Previous response attempts (Rev 5 & Rev 6)
- Complete plan sets (R5 & R6 approved versions)
- 1996 Certificate of Occupancy documentation
- HVAC permit set
- Business license documentation
- 2 additional recent correspondence files
ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY & LONG-TERM POTENTIAL
This dog park project (Pawsome Park) is one property in a 150,000+ SF commercial real estate portfolio I own in the Everett/Seattle area. I'm actively seeking a long-term architectural partner for:
- Ongoing permit compliance across multiple properties
- Future tenant improvement projects
- Building code upgrade work
- New development projects
- Code dispute resolution
If you deliver exceptional work on this permit narrative, you'll have first right of refusal on all future architectural work across the portfolio.
The city is asking reasonable questions—they're detailed and technical, but not unreasonable. The project is well-documented. If you can connect the dots between code requirements and our actual scope of work, we move past this review and establish a long-term working relationship.
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PAYMENT TERMS & PLATFORM COMPLIANCE
All payments will be processed through Freelancer.com's Milestone Payment system:
- Phase 1: Hourly payment upon completion (you submit time logs, I approve and release milestone payment within 24 hours)
- Phase 2: Hourly payments through negotiated milestone structure (e.g., 25% at draft review, 50% at completion, 25% at revisions)
- Phase 3: Hourly payments through negotiated milestone structure (e.g., 50% at kickoff, 50% at submission)
IMPORTANT:
- Any request to communicate or pay outside Freelancer.com will result in immediate disqualification
- This is non-negotiable per Freelancer.com Terms of Service
- All work must be tracked and documented on the platform
- Video interviews must occur on Freelancer.com platform only
This is a legitimate, well-documented project with a real property owner who owns significant commercial real estate and is building a long-term relationship with the right architect. My longest running gig worker has been with us for over 20 years.
I'm not looking for the cheapest hourly rate. I'm looking for the most competent architect who understands code, communicates clearly, and can navigate building department review processes on quick timelines and short deadlines.
If that's you, I'd love to work with you not just on this project, but across my entire portfolio.
Looking forward to meeting you on video.
Chris
PROJECT OVERVIEW
Commercial dog park build in Everett, WA (98201) has stalled at the 5th city review round due to incomplete code narrative and insufficient Level 1/Level 2 alteration analysis under IBC/IEBC 2021. Current architectural set and all city reviewer comments are available for immediate review.
Current Issue/Pain Point: Previous architect rushed the submission, failed to provide proper code justification, and didn't adequately debate Level 1 vs Level 2 work scope with the city.
What I need: A licensed architect (Washington State stamp strongly preferred) to develop a code-compliant response narrative that satisfies the building inspector and keeps our schedule intact.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS (MUST HAVE)
✓ Active architectural license (RA, AIA, or equivalent) - provide license number and state in your proposal
✓ Direct experience with IBC 2021 and IEBC 2021 - cite specific sections you've worked with
✓ Permit approval track record - provide 2-3 examples of similar projects you've successfully navigated through building review
✓ Code narrative writing experience - show samples of response letters you've written to building departments
✓ Availability to start within 24 hours of project award
✓ Willingness to participate in video interview - Non-negotiable requirement for Phase 1
PREFERRED:
- Washington State architectural stamp
- Experience with Group A-3 assembly occupancies
- Prior work with accessory occupancy classifications (IBC 508.2.3)
- Experience with change-of-occupancy projects under IEBC Chapter 8
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SCREENING QUESTIONS (Answer ALL in your proposal)
Your proposal WILL NOT be considered unless you answer these questions:
1. What is your architectural license number and issuing state/country?
2. Describe one project where you successfully resolved a building department dispute using IBC/IEBC code citations.
3. What is your interpretation of IEBC 410.4 regarding Level 1 vs Level 2 alterations? (2-3 sentences max)
4. Can you provide a link to ONE code response narrative you've written for a building department?
5. What is your availability to begin work within 24 hours?
Proposals without complete answers to all 5 questions will be automatically rejected.
PROJECT STRUCTURE: 3-PHASE WORKING INTERVIEW
I will hire 3 architects for Phase 1, narrow to 2 for Phase 2, and award 1 architect the final phase plus future work across my 150,000+ SF commercial real estate portfolio.
PHASE 1: Document Review, Battle Plan & Video Interview (hourly)
Time allocation: 3 hours (or so) at your negotiated hourly rate
Your task:
- Review all uploaded documents (5th review letter, existing plans, code clarification attempts, COO documentation)
- Assess the city's 14 outstanding comments
- Develop a written "battle plan" (1-2 pages) outlining your compliance strategy
Deliverable format:
- PDF document clearly addressing each of the 14 city comments
- Your recommended approach (agree/challenge/modify/alternative solution)
- Estimated timeline and scope for Phase 2 completion
- Clear outline of strategy to move project forward
- More time allotted with correct questions and directions if needed
Video Interview Requirement:
- MANDATORY: Before any consideration, you must participate in a 10+ minute video call here on Freelancer.com
- Purpose: Discuss your battle plan, answer questions, and verify you are who you say you are
- Schedule: Will be scheduled within 24 hours of Phase 1 deliverable submission
- NO EXCEPTIONS: You will not be hired without completing this video interview
Selection criteria:
- Thoroughness and technical accuracy of battle plan
- Code knowledge demonstrated in video interview
- Communication clarity and professionalism
- Feasibility of proposed approach
- Video verification confirmation
I will select the 3 most qualified candidates to move forward to Phase 2.
---
PHASE 2: Code Compliance Narrative & Hand-Drawing Strategy (HOURLY - Negotiated Based on Phase 1)
Time allocation: Hourly rate for negotiated amount of time
Your task:
- Draft comprehensive 6th Review Response Letter addressing all 14 city comments
- Provide technical justifications with specific IBC/IEBC 2021 citations
- Create hand-drawn sketches/diagrams supporting compliance strategy
- Present clear solutions for contentious issues:
* Occupancy classification (A-3 primary with A-2/B accessory)
* Level 1 vs Level 2 work area definitions
* Egress path compliance through intervening rooms
* Thermal envelope and accessibility requirements
* Second-floor mezzanine vs. floor designation
* Occupant load calculations and exit width requirements
- Structure narrative to support eventual drawing revisions
- One round of revisions based on my feedback
Deliverables:
1. 6th Review Response Letter (formatted per city requirements, 3-5 pages)
2. Technical memo summarizing compliance strategy by issue area
3. Hand-drawn diagrams/sketches supporting narrative (sketch/CAD acceptable)
4. Outline of recommended drawing revisions needed
5. Code citation reference sheet with specific IBC/IEBC sections
How this works:
- You will propose your hourly rate + estimated total hours needed
- We will negotiate mutually acceptable terms before work begins
- Milestones can be set if needed.
- You will have time flexibility within our agreed target window
- I want this sent to the city as-is (narrative + hand-drawings) to get preliminary buy-in on strategy
Selection: The 1 architect delivering the highest-quality Phase 2 work moves to Phase 3 and becomes my long-term architectural partner.
---
PHASE 3: Final Drawings & City Submission (HOURLY - Negotiated Hours)
Time allocation: Hourly rate for negotiated amount of time
Your task:
- Convert Phase 2 hand-drawings into professional CAD/Revit drawings
- Revise full architectural plan set based on approved Phase 2 narrative
- Prepare complete permit set for 6th Review submission to city
- Coordinate with city if clarifications needed during review
- Attend virtual meeting with building inspector (if required) - no additional charge
- Submit final documentation to Everett Building Services per city requirements
Deliverables:
1. Complete revised plan set (PDF + CAD/Revit source files)
2. Transmittal letter and supporting documentation
3. City submission package formatted per department requirements
4. One coordination meeting with building inspector (if needed)
How this works:
- You will propose your hourly rate + estimated total hours needed
- We will negotiate mutually acceptable terms before work begins
- Milestone payments through Freelancer.com for security (typically 25-50-25 or 50-50 split)
- Flexible deadline based on city response timeline
- This architect becomes my go-to for future work across my 150,000+ SF real estate portfolio
---
FILES PROVIDED (All uploaded on Freelancer.com)
You will have immediate access to:
- City's 5th Review Letter (December 19, 2025) - 14 outstanding comments
- Internal code clarification request drafted to city
- Previous response attempts (Rev 5 & Rev 6)
- Complete plan sets (R5 & R6 approved versions)
- 1996 Certificate of Occupancy documentation
- HVAC permit set
- Business license documentation
- 2 additional recent correspondence files
ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY & LONG-TERM POTENTIAL
This dog park project (Pawsome Park) is one property in a 150,000+ SF commercial real estate portfolio I own in the Everett/Seattle area. I'm actively seeking a long-term architectural partner for:
- Ongoing permit compliance across multiple properties
- Future tenant improvement projects
- Building code upgrade work
- New development projects
- Code dispute resolution
If you deliver exceptional work on this permit narrative, you'll have first right of refusal on all future architectural work across the portfolio.
The city is asking reasonable questions—they're detailed and technical, but not unreasonable. The project is well-documented. If you can connect the dots between code requirements and our actual scope of work, we move past this review and establish a long-term working relationship.
---
PAYMENT TERMS & PLATFORM COMPLIANCE
All payments will be processed through Freelancer.com's Milestone Payment system:
- Phase 1: Hourly payment upon completion (you submit time logs, I approve and release milestone payment within 24 hours)
- Phase 2: Hourly payments through negotiated milestone structure (e.g., 25% at draft review, 50% at completion, 25% at revisions)
- Phase 3: Hourly payments through negotiated milestone structure (e.g., 50% at kickoff, 50% at submission)
IMPORTANT:
- Any request to communicate or pay outside Freelancer.com will result in immediate disqualification
- This is non-negotiable per Freelancer.com Terms of Service
- All work must be tracked and documented on the platform
- Video interviews must occur on Freelancer.com platform only
This is a legitimate, well-documented project with a real property owner who owns significant commercial real estate and is building a long-term relationship with the right architect. My longest running gig worker has been with us for over 20 years.
I'm not looking for the cheapest hourly rate. I'm looking for the most competent architect who understands code, communicates clearly, and can navigate building department review processes on quick timelines and short deadlines.
If that's you, I'd love to work with you not just on this project, but across my entire portfolio.
Looking forward to meeting you on video.
Chris