RAPID TENANT BUILD-OUT PERMITS


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Comprehensive permit solutions designed for speed and accuracy

Tenant Build-Out Permit Sets

Complete architectural and engineering drawings for commercial build-outs, renovations, and new construction. We create detailed permit sets that meet all local code requirements and expedite the approval process.

Sidewalk Cafe Permits

Specialized drawings and applications for outdoor dining permits. We handle site plans, layouts, and all documentation needed to add valuable outdoor seating to your establishment.

Rapid Submission & Review

Quick turnaround times without sacrificing quality. Our streamlined process ensures your permits are submitted promptly, getting you one step closer to opening or expanding your business. Review is complete in 15 days. Only available in the jurisdiction of Washington D.C. Required to achieve 30 days from start to permit. Special city fee required.


CUSTOM HOMES FOR CUSTOMERS LIKE YOU


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Personalized residential design services tailored to your family

Custom Homes Designed to Change Your Life

We believe your home should be more than just a structure—it should be a reflection of your lifestyle, dreams, and aspirations. Our custom home design process starts with understanding who you are and how you live, creating spaces that enhance your daily experience and bring joy to every moment spent at home.

Rapid Turn Around: From Napkin Sketch to Permit Sets

Great ideas shouldn't wait. Whether your vision starts as a rough sketch on a napkin or a detailed Pinterest board, we transform your concepts into professional, permit-ready drawings with remarkable speed. Our efficient process respects your time while ensuring every detail is captured perfectly.

Personal Advocate: From Land Acquisition to Move In

Building a custom home involves countless decisions and coordination. We serve as your dedicated advocate throughout the entire journey—from helping evaluate potential lots, through the design and permitting phases, and all the way to your move-in day. You'll never feel alone in this process.





About Rapidesigns

Your trusted partner in tenant build-out permit design

Who We Are

Rapidesigns specializes in creating permit-ready drawings for tenant build-outs and expediting the review process throughout all jurisdictions in the Washington Metropolitan Area. Our team of experienced designers, engineers and architects understands the unique challenges of commercial spaces and the complexities of local permitting processes. Have a restaurant? We are the experts in the DMV.

Our Mission

We are committed to removing the bureaucratic barriers that slow down business openings and expansions. By combining cutting edge AI and VR technology with an efficient processes, we help business owners, property managers and landlords minimize downtime and open businesses rapidly.

Why Choose Us

With deep knowledge of DC, Maryland, and Virginia building codes, we ensure your designs meet all requirements the first time. Our experience spans retail, food service, offices, and other commercial spaces, so we understand your specific needs from ventilation systems to accessibility compliance.

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State Jurisdictions

30 Days

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Local County Jurisdictions

15 Years

Industry Experience

Your trusted partner in custom home design

Who We Are

Rapidesigns understands that architecture isn't just a technical enterprise, but equally an empathetic one as well. We only take a limited number of residential projects a year in order to provide the proper attention and detail to each of our clients.

Our Mission

Building a custom home can drastically increase the quality of life for your family. Each home is designed around all the individuals in the family. Your home to your family is like your body to your soul. We take the time to understand each member of your family in order to manifest a symbiotic and holistic home.

Why Choose Us

That is a good question, and ultimately up to you. We dedicate staff to your project in order to build a rapport necessary to maximize the quality of the end result. We also believe the most valuable commodity is time. Balancing all of these qualities in a custom home project is what we excel at and what makes us unique.

Limited

Projects Per Year

Dedicated

Staff For Your Project

Holistic

Family-Centered Design

Complete

Land to Move-In Support





Our Portfolio

Recent projects across the Washington Metropolitan Area

Marine Corps

Marine Corps Base - Quantico

Interior rennovation consisting of wall alterations, new doorways, sinks, offices etc.

Stracci Pizza

Stracci Pizza - Alexandria

Existing tenant build-out including the conversion of a residential unit into a commercial kitchen and the addition of a basement prep kitchen.

Amelie

Amelie - Washington DC

Outdoor seating permit for 12-seat sidewalk cafe. In addition, we produced the building permit as well.

El Mercat

El Mercat - Arlington

Tenant build-out in class A building. Combine to existing adjacent restaurants into one. Outdoor seating and signage permits.

Cork DC

Cork Wine Bar - Washington DC

Outdoor seating permit for 16-seat sidewalk cafe. Navigated complex public space requirements successfully.

Piccolo

Piccolo - Washington D.C.

Tenant fire restoration. Fast-tracked approval. Historic building renovation with sidewalk cafe. Coordinated with historic preservation requirements.

Current Boutique

Current Boutique | Designer Consignment Shop - Washington DC

Tenant build-out modifications. Next day service.

Private residential projects throughout the Washington Metropolitan Area

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Private Projects

Our custom homes are private projects that we do not share with the public, although we have many references and reviews from pleased clients.





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Contact Information

Phone:
Text or Call:
703-688-3339
Email:
[email protected]
Service Area:
Washington Metropolitan Area
District of Columbia
Northern Virginia
Maryland Suburbs
Business Hours:
Monday - Friday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Weekends and Federal Holidays: Closed
Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 345
Dunn Loring, VA 22027