How to avoid Delays
Compliance issues are one of the most common causes of costly delays for developments. Many of these risks aren’t complex; they’re just identified too late.
Engaging a building certifier early can significantly reduce uncertainty, streamline approvals, and keep your project moving.
Here are five of the most common compliance risks we see and how to avoid them.
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Choosing the wrong approval pathway (DA vs CDC) can add months to your timeline.
How to avoid it:
Early feasibility review to confirm the most efficient pathway based on your project and site constraints.
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Missing or inconsistent documentation is one of the biggest causes of RFIs and delays.
How to avoid it:
Have your certifier review documentation before submission to identify gaps early.
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Design decisions made early can create compliance issues later—particularly around fire safety, accessibility, and egress.
How to avoid it:
Integrate compliance thinking into the design phase, not after it.
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Bringing a certifier in late often results in redesign, delays, or unexpected costs.
