Services & Fees

A Preliminary Consultation* can be arranged to discuss the viability and scope of the proposed works and the following services will be provided as appropriate:

• Inspection, Survey & Feasibility Study
• Sketch Proposals & Design Development
• Application for Local Authority Approval (Planning, Listed Building, Conservation Area Consent) including all Forms, Drawings & Supporting Documents
• Working drawings & Building Regulations Application
• Contract Administration

A fixed-price fee can be agreed in advance.

Professional Indemnity insurance to £250,000

*A donation of £30 minimum for charity will be charged for an initial consultation, please pay here: Justgiving

Miriam Layton        B.A.(Hons) Architecture: Dip.Arch: M.A.Urban Design

Contact: mlaytondesign@gmail.com

SERVICES IN MORE DETAIL:

SURVEY, DESIGN DEVELOPMENT & PLANNING APPLICATION

Miriam will listen to your ideas and work with you to develop the design until you are happy with the proposals, then prepare all architectural drawings and documents needed for submission of the Planning Application, guide you through the process and keep you informed throughout.

BUILDING REGULATION APPLICATION

Miriam will prepare the architectural drawings, specifications and other documents needed for the submission of the application for approval under the Building Regulations. These drawings and documents will become the Working Drawings & Specifications used by the Building Contractor.

Every project for which permission is required will need approvals from both Planning & Building Control departments, and application fees must be paid to the local authority for both Planning and Building Regulations.

CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION

Miriam Layton can provide the following services:

• Prepare the tender documents, which include all the drawings, specifications & schedules of work necessary to enable the contractors to provide an accurate quotation;
• Invite tenders from approved contractors; advise on the tenders submitted. (Alternatively, arrange for a price to be negotiated with a chosen contractor);
• Advise on the appointment of the contractor; where required, prepare the building contract and arrange for it to be signed by the client and the contractor;
• Act as the client’s agent to administer the contract impartially between both parties (client and contractor);
• Carry out periodic site visits to monitor progress, liase between parties and provide any additional design information necessary;
• Agree variations and produce payment certificates;
• Administer the terms of the building contract relating to the completion of the works and payment of the contractor.

All services include Professional Indemnity Insurance cover to £250,000.00.

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