FAQs

You need a BCIN designer for most residential and small commercial projects in Ontario. An architect is only legally required for complex or large-scale buildings. Inarch is licensed to work on small buildings under Part 9 of the Ontario Building Code, making us a cost-effective and qualified choice for most home renovations, additions, and secondary suites.

A typical permit drawing set includes site plans, existing and proposed site plan, floor plans, elevations, building sections, and construction details. These drawings are required by your local municipality for permit approval and must comply with the Ontario Building Code and local zoning bylaws.

Most residential projects take 5–10 business days to prepare after we receive your sketches and property information. Timelines may vary depending on project complexity and revisions. We also offer rush options if you need your drawings quickly.

Yes, Inarch can help you prepare and submit your building permit application to your local municipality. We provide all necessary drawings and documents required for submission, and we can assist with responding to comments or revisions if needed.

The process includes: 1) zoning review to check feasibility, 2) preparation of BCIN-certified drawings, 3) permit application submission to the municipality, and 4) addressing any comments or revisions requested by the city. Inarch guides you through each step.

Yes, we provide zoning analysis based on your property’s address and can guide you through the Committee of Adjustment process if your project requires a minor variance. Our team ensures your designs are either compliant or helps you prepare for a strong variance submission.

We work with all three. Whether you're a homeowner planning a renovation, a developer building multiplexes, or a contractor needing permit sets, Inarch offers tailored solutions to meet your design and permit needs.

Permit drawings typically start at $1.50–$3.00 per square foot for residential projects. Flat-rate pricing is available for smaller or simpler projects. Contact us for a custom quote based on your project scope and location.

Yes, Inarch specializes in designing permit-ready architectural plans for metal buildings such as warehouses, storage facilities, and prefab homes. We design based on your layout needs and coordinate with your structural engineer or steel supplier.

Municipalities usually require a site plan, foundation plan, floor plans, elevations, sections, and details showing code compliance. Inarch provides these permit sets, and you can then submit them to a local engineer for stamping.

Yes, we work with clients and manufacturers to design LGSF-based structures including houses, tiny homes, and modular units. We create architectural layouts ready for structural coordination and engineering.

Architectural design focuses on layout, space planning, aesthetics, and code compliance. Steel detailing involves precise fabrication drawings for manufacturing and erection. Inarch handles the architectural side; structural detailing is done by your engineer or detailing team.

Yes. We design pre-engineered metal buildings (PEMBs), cold storage, workshops, and warehouses with permit-ready plans for submission in both Canada and the U.S. Stamping is coordinated with local engineers.

Yes, but you’ll need site-specific permit drawings including foundation and code-compliant designs. Inarch can help you adapt factory designs for local code and prepare the necessary submission drawings.