For: Developers Actively Advancing a Project
Why You Need This:
Your project is moving forward, but every week brings new hurdles—city approvals, lender demands, architect and contractor coordination, unexpected costs. Without guidance, delays and miscommunication can stall your project or drain your resources.
How P8 Real Estate Solutions Helps:
We become your project partner. With weekly or biweekly consulting, we help you navigate complex development steps, coordinate with your professional team, review plans and financials, and keep your milestones on track. Our ongoing support reduces stress, minimizes costly delays, and keeps your project moving toward successful completion.
1. Pre-Development & Planning
- Initial property assessment & walkthroughs.
- Review zoning, code violations, and compliance with the city.
- Environmental due diligence (Phase I ESA, asbestos, lead).
- Preliminary budget, proforma, and financing plan.
2. Design & Pre-Construction
- Architectural, structural, and engineering drawings.
- Mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) system design.
- Fire/life safety, accessibility, and egress design.
- Permit applications (building + trade).
3. Site Preparation
- Demolition of obsolete finishes and damaged materials.
- Abatement of hazardous materials (asbestos, lead).
- Structural stabilization (shoring, masonry repair, foundation fixes).
- Utility coordination for temporary and permanent services.
4. Core Building Systems
- Roofing & Building Envelope: roof replacement, insulation, windows, exterior walls.
- Mechanical (HVAC): furnaces, boilers, ductwork/piping.
- Plumbing: replacement of supply/waste lines, hot water systems.
- Electrical: service upgrades, unit subpanels, outlets, lighting.
- Fire Safety: alarms, sprinklers, detectors, extinguishers.
5. Interior Work
- Framing, drywall, ceilings, insulation.
- Flooring (tile, carpet, hardwood, vinyl).
- Kitchens: cabinetry, countertops, appliances, plumbing.
- Bathrooms: tubs/showers, toilets, sinks, tile, ventilation.
- Painting, trim, hardware, and final finishes.
6. Common Areas & Exterior
- Lobbies, corridors, stairwells, elevators (if applicable).
- Lighting, flooring, signage, mailboxes.
- Landscaping, sidewalks, fencing, parking lots.
- Laundry rooms, storage, or amenity areas.
7. Final Steps
- Rough-in and final inspections for building and trades.
- Fire/life safety inspection and Certificate of Occupancy.
- Punch list close-out items.
- Leasing setup, property management onboarding.
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