He's got a good design mind and a lot of subcontractors and vendors that are held to a high standard. 

Hello Wai,You might try Ronnie Hinojosa who is a designer/architect in San Diego and could assist with obtaining permits.

@Luiny TavaresThe architect will need a site survey to properly design the improvements from.

@Dillyn Davidson SaurdiffPlease do your due diligence by calling or visiting the City or County Planning Dept and ask them what the current zoning and General Plan Land Use Designation is on the property.

All of the take offs that create their bid will start from your design drawings and specifications document.

I am a freelance graphic designer based out of Bloomington, IN.

We are both designers that love nature so Hudson seems like the perfect middle ground.Does anyone have any experience with Hudson, NY?

@Amber McGill lots of good questions here and here's the right answers to know:Can you use a HELOC - Yes, but HELOCs are designed for existing properties.  

I need help to draft a prof looking brochure 20 pages

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