Architecture 3 tab shingle for the entire roof.

That will cost also....And you may not need to be so "Architectural Digest" with everything to get the look you want...for the customer base you hope to attract...What does the competition offer might be a good place to start your designs off with.Good Luck!

I wanted to enclose the porch but I am wondering if I need to get an architectural drawing for this work since I’m not changing the structure what so ever.

Some background about me; I am working towards my architecture license and have worked in construction and building management for as long as I can remember.

@Mike Neubauer what software or engine, or architecture did you end up using? 

Does anyone know of or use a fairly simple architecture software program for remodeling projects/plans, etc? 

There are lots of things to get done:-surveying-environmental -traffic-stormwater engineering-landscape architecture-utilities-legalThe preliminary plat will probably be the most expensive pieces of paper you'll ever hold.You should ask your engineer if they, or someone they work with,  handle the entitlement process.  

Make sure you do the following on the contractor end:Develop a detailed rehab scope of work when you get the houses under contractReview the county permit requirements Architectural drawings and or property survey neededGet written quotes from GA Licensed and Insured Rehab -General ContractorsCheck references and review a few past projects to check for quality and contractor completion history......etc.Just a few items mentioned....Good Luck!  

In our scenario we buy the property under "123 Main Street Land Trust," If we are splitting all costs 50/50 - Cash out of Pocket, Loan (if there is one), Renovation Costs, Soft Costs (insurance, architecture, permits), etc., my LLC is 50% beneficiary, my partner's LLC is 50% beneficiary. 

@Michael Fenwrick The actual development process begins with a civil engineer or architecture firm that is familiar and connected in the city you want to do the projects in.