Need Advice: Drawings for Permit

[Eric Benzenhoefer]

Howdy All,

I have an 11 Plex rehab project near Houston that you can read about here.

We could use some advice.

We are struggling to find an affordable solution to getting the drawings needed for our permit. Here is what I mean.

We can get good rehab-prices on the plumbing and electrical work, but often these contractors are not able or willing to do the drawings needed for the permit.

We have found contractors who will do the drawings, but they are also busy with new construction and retail remodeling. This results in a much higher price tag and we cannot afford to spend $3000-$5000 on drawings for a rehab.

It seems like we are in the middle of two well developed markets. Would someone like to advise us on where you would go from here?