We have bought in the Seattle area for my wife and I to live in and fixed some things that didn't "work" properly, after all I am an architect.

Hello BP,I am doing some prelim work on purchasing a foreclosure prop in Grapevine Texas Historic District but this would require an almost complete rebuild. The house falls under historic designation, so some part of...

You would need to speak with an architect to pull plans and permits.

Im looking to partner with an architect/developer to draw plans for a new 2-4 unit multi family building on the lot.

Tape measure, then a pen, paper and architects scale.

Good day- first verify your zoning situation You can do this here on Chicago website https://gisapps.cityofchicago.org/ZoningMapWeb/terms.htmlNext, get yourself an architect who is familiar working in Chicago area(if you need recommendations feel free to message me privately) make sure you bring a plot of survey when you meet up with the architect and have him draft a preliminary stage, this will get you a better idea of construction pricing.

I work as an architect in Boston and currently spend most of my spare time with my wife and two kids.

Then speak to an architect and figure out if you can expand or change kitchens to bedrooms to increase the value without needing a variance.From there you just need plans and the proper permits.

Permits need plans so you need to include the architect cost which is about 10% to 15% of the cost of the project. 

@Greg ResslerI would recommend talking to an architect who designs row homes in Philadelphia.