Your Project Starts with
Design
Phoenix Residents... Did you hear the news?
Beginning in November 2023, the City of Phoenix will allow detached accessory dwelling units, otherwise known as ADU, casita or In-law Suite to be built in the rear yard of single family zoned properties. Call or email us to see what you can build in your backyard.
Who Are We
Small Fish Drafting LLC was founded by Jeremiah Ward in 2004. His passion for architecture began at an early age and was kindled by his father who was a building inspector and plans examiner for the City of Scottsdale. He began to sharpen his pencil throughout high school and started designing houses on paper. He soon transitioned to Computer Aided Drafting (CAD) and taught himself the basics. He attended Glendale Community College where he majored in Architecture. He worked for an architectural firm for several months but struggled being an entrepreneur in a cubical. He started his own company with just a handful of projects and felt like a "small fish in a big pond" and the name stuck.
We strive to make the process of getting a permit as painless as possible. The daunting stacks of paperwork, building codes, electronic submittal and regulations can be overwhelming. That is why we handle your entire project from design to permit. Contact us to see how we can help you.
Operating Hours
Mon - Fri: 8am - 3pm
Sat - Sun: Closed
*Phone calls, text and emails received outside of operating hours will be returned the next business day. Voicemails are not monitored.
The process
Homeowners & First Time Projects
If this is your first project and you don't know where to start or what to expect, you can get in to trouble. We do this full time so that we can help you avoid the pit falls of going over budget, increasing the scope of work and failure to receive a permit at the city.
Design
Committed to Your Needs
We take this first step serious. When it comes to designing the project you have been thinking about and saving money for, you don't want to rush or settle for less than your dream. We will work with you to make sure you get exactly what you want. It's your investment after all.
Produce
Committed to Quality
Once the design has been approved, the second step is to create the drawings and specs. Every project is different and will vary in requirements. We can provide the proper engineering needed to ensure a permit. This process will vary from 3-5 weeks.
permit
Satisfaction Guaranteed
You're plans are done. The engineering is in and it's time to submit to the city. We have built up a relationship with many of the cities and are on a first name basis with many of the reviewers. Since COVID, all cities have transitioned to an electronic based plan review system. This process will vary from 2-6 weeks depending on the municipality and their current load.
Our SerVices
We Can Handle Whatever You Need
Structures
Additions & Remodels
(accepted on case-by-case basis)
New Construction
Custom Homes
RV Garages / Shops
Mother-in-Law Suites
and other detached structures
(RESIDENTIAL PROJECTS ONLY)
Specialized
Structural Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Plumbing & Gas Schematics
ResCheck Energy Reports
Property Surveys
Civil Engineering
(all service above are provided
by our trade partners)
design & Drafting Fees
Fees include project design, construction document preparation,
electronic plan submittal and plan review corrections.
New Structures, Additions & Remodels
Under Roof Area...........Starting at $3.00/S.F.
Houses, Casitas or Guest Suites, attached or detached, any roof style (gable, hip or flat) (Wood Framing & Block only) (Remodel area included in square footage) Min. $3000 up to 500 s.f.
RV Garages & Shops
Detached Garage / Shop
Wall height 10' & under.............$3000
Wall height over 10'...................$4000
(Air conditioned spaces inside garages or shops will be charged at $3.00/S.F. and require additional engineering. Block/CMU structures are +$1500)
Al La Carte Engineering & Reports
Structural ...................$1.00/S.F (min $1000)
HVAC - Manual J, S, D..............$750 per unit
Plumbing................................................$500
Gas Design (natural or propane)............$500
Electrical Engineering...........................$1500
ResCheck Energy Report.......................$150
Additional Services
Site Visit ................................................$150
Design Consultation & Measure
If you are not sure what you want to build or need ideas, this option includes one site visit, measure the entire house, as-built floor plan, 2 hours of design time and a remodel concept plan.
Up to 3,000 s.f..............................$500
3,000 - 5,000 s.f...........................$750
Over 5,000 s.f. .................Call for price
Hourly Drafting Rate.....................$150
Site Plans ..............................................$500
Architectural drawings showing you property with all structures and their relative distances from property lines and building setbacks. Includes new block wall construction.