I have been advised that all they need to do is have a licensed general contractor submit a permit including architectural diagrams of the unit with the appropriate annotations including specifying that I want the change of use from R2 to R2/R1.  

Preferably, we would enjoy finding a contractor who had access to a team that could do the electrical, plumbing, architecture, permit fillings and so on.Please advise if you know of such a being or if you have any pieces of the pie your recommend, such as an Architect/Designer, electrical person and so on.This will be our first time doing something like this so any advice at all is appreciated.Deep gratitude to you all,- Brian

I LOVE the city architecture...

The U.S.A has found itself playing architectural and urban design catch up to newly emerging cities abroad however Detroit is poised to not only represent its own renewal but the renewal of what an American City can be. 

Hello;Each property buyer(self-use/tenant/investor) have set of unique demands and objectives, and irrespective of firs-time or seasoned buyers typically requirements/specification are around 1] Type of Property :Depending on family or personal reasons/preference; such as a single-family home, a condominium, a commercial property, or an investment property.2] Property Location/Area:Specific needs for the neighborhood, accessibility to parks or shopping areas, or closeness to schools or public transportation when it comes to the location or area of the property.3] Property features/Amenities :May have particular demands for the property's amenities or features, such as a Size, layout, required number of bedrooms or bathrooms, a garage, or parking space, a swimming pool or outdoor area, or a particular architectural design.4] Budget:May have a budget in mind, which can be anywhere between the least and highest amount they are willing to spend.5] Timetable:May have a certain timetable in mind for buying or renting a property, which may be influenced by variables like work relocations, academic calendars, or financial objectives.6] Returns anticipated:For investment properties, clients may have certain expectations for the profits or income the property will produce, which may affect their choice of property.As an experienced realtor or cre agent; do you think there are any other areas which are either specified by clients orwhich too play very important role in understanding Client Requirements better so that what is suggested to them is fairly to stronglymatching what they are looking for and helps you shorten duration to closings?

That's why we have architectural and engineering specifications, to show precise measurements, along with detail drawings showing specific elements and steps required for things like exterior walls.

I'm a commercial real estate analyst by training with a previous background in architecture/design, and I currently own and operate my own real estate valuation company.  

If you want ro pull to the subfloor please be sure to get the hardwood to architectural salvage place. 

I am in Kelowna working as a community planner with a background in architecture.

I love the architecture of build of amazing looking homes!