Is it true that the bank would use the lot as collateral for a new construction loan @Troy Sheets Yes, the lot value as well as any soft costs like architecture, engineering, etc. can count as well with most banks.

Architect(seems very expensive) or architectural designer will be enough?

Websites like Architectural Designs, Houseplans.com, and The House Designers are popular choices among real estate investors and builders.

I value the role of having a solid network, which I've established in the Kansas City architecture realm, and am excited about getting to know you all in the real estate business in the KC Metro area! 

Feel free to reach out if you have more questions on the architectural process.

The American Institute of Architects used to "recommend" fee structures for different types of architectural services.

I am going into Architecture this coming fall and lately have been thinking of getting a minor in either RED or construction management.

I have full civil and architectural plans and the city has already given me a grading permit.

I thought perhaps a consulting service would introduce some measure of impartiality since its ostensibly an open architecture/'free to choose' environment.  

Or you can pay someone, like myself, who does architectural drafting to do the drawings.