Consultation Services
Consultation Services
Analysis and Planning: Conduct thorough assessments of property conditions to determine ADU feasibility (attached to existing buildings or new structures). Identify required permits based on municipal regulations and ADU specifications.
Permit Applications: Prepare and submit applications on behalf of homeowners (utilizing the homeowner’s exemption application where applicable) to relevant municipal bodies, including:
- Planning Board
- Zoning Board
- Conservation Commission
- Board of Health
- Department of Public Works (DPW) for town water/sewer permits
Documentation:
- Two sets of construction plans (framing plans, engineering stamped).
- Plot plan (stamped by an engineer, showing structures, setbacks, wetlands, septic, well, and ADU parking).
- Waste Disposal Form
- H.E.R.S. rating or equivalent energy compliance documentation.
- Approvals from Fire Department, Zoning/Planning/Conservation, Board of Health, and DPW.
Public Meetings: Represent clients at public hearings to secure permits, ensuring compliance with zoning, planning, and conservation decisions.
Construction Plans: Present construction plans to homeowners or coordinate with architects for custom ADU designs, including stamped framing plans.
Additional Requirements:
- Complete Waste Disposal Form (with location and signature).
- Provide H.E.R.S. rating pre-construction submittal or other energy compliance documentation.
- Develop plot plans (showing structures, area, frontage, setbacks, wetlands, septic, well, and ADU parking), stamped by an engineer.
- Secure Fire Department, Zoning/Planning/Conservation, Board of Health, and DPW approvals, including any conditions or decisions.
Consumer Offerings:
- Comprehensive permitting package: Full handling of documentation, submissions, and approvals for residential ADU permits.
- Coordination with architects and engineers for plan development and stamping.
- Owner representation at public hearings to secure approvals from municipal boards and commissions, if requested.
- Guidance on energy compliance (e.g., H.E.R.S. rating submittal) and waste disposal requirements.