Construction documents phase guide

How the construction documents (CD) phase works: detailing, coordination, specs, and preparing for permits and bidding.

Construction documents are the heavy lift of documentation. They translate approved design into instructions builders and reviewers can use.

Workstreams

Answer RFIs quickly, finalize remaining selections, and avoid casual redesigns that reopen SD decisions.

Late appliance changes, missing survey data, and slow consultant turnaround. Plan buffers.

Permits, bidding or negotiation, and construction. Optional CA continues design intent on site.

Are CDs perfect?: They aim for clarity. Field conditions still produce questions — that is normal.
Who stamps what?: Licensed professionals stamp within their disciplines and jurisdiction rules.

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