Estate property planning

Advisory Services

Clarity Before You Invest

Advisory services that provide feasibility clarity before design or construction investment.

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Know What's Possible Before You Design

Many estate owners invest significant resources in architectural design only to discover setback violations, ADU restrictions, or permit obstacles that could have been identified early.

Our permitting and feasibility consulting services provide clarity upfront—evaluating what is possible on your property before you commit to design or construction.

Think of this as risk mitigation and strategic planning for estate owners who value informed decision-making.

Feasibility & Permitting Analysis

We evaluate your property against zoning regulations, site constraints, and permit requirements.

Zoning & Site Analysis

  • Setback requirements
  • Lot coverage limits
  • Height restrictions
  • Access and parking requirements
  • Hillside development regulations

ADU Feasibility Reviews

  • ADU zoning eligibility
  • Detached vs. attached options
  • Size and placement constraints
  • Utility connection requirements
  • Permitting timeline estimates

Planning Department Coordination

  • Pre-application meetings
  • Regulatory guidance
  • Permit pathway recommendations
  • Special permit requirements
  • Historical or environmental constraints

Risk & Cost Clarity

  • Permitting cost estimates
  • Timeline projections
  • Potential obstacles identified
  • Alternative approaches
  • Budget planning input
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Ideal Clients

Best For Estate Owners Evaluating Feasibility

This service is ideal if you are considering a project but need clarity on regulations before investing in design.

  • Early-Stage Planning
    You have a vision but need to understand what is permissible on your property
  • ADU Feasibility Questions
    Navigating Sonoma County ADU regulations and determining if an ADU is viable
  • Complex Site Constraints
    Hillside properties, setback challenges, or environmental considerations
  • Risk-Aware Decision Making
    You value informed planning before committing to architectural fees

Consulting Process

A straightforward approach to evaluating feasibility and permitting pathways.

1

Initial Consultation

Discuss your vision, property details, and specific questions or concerns.

2

Site & Regulatory Review

Evaluate zoning, setbacks, and permit requirements specific to your property.

3

Feasibility Report

Receive a clear summary of what is possible, potential obstacles, and recommended next steps.

Typical Timeline: 1–2 weeks for most feasibility analyses

Why Invest in Feasibility Analysis?

A few thousand dollars in consulting fees can save tens of thousands in wasted architectural design, permit revisions, or discovering your project is not viable after significant investment.

Avoid Costly Mistakes

Identify deal-breakers before investing in design

Informed Budgeting

Realistic cost and timeline expectations

Strategic Planning

Know your options and make confident decisions

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Need Clarity on Your Project?

Let's evaluate feasibility and provide strategic guidance before you invest in design.

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