Achitectural Service Provided

  • Taking clients brief and discussion of possible development

  • Making measured survey of site, (with levels if necessary) and of any existing buildings

  • Preparation of scheme design, to illustrate proposed new works for client's approval

  • Preparation of planning application and submission to local authority

  • Dealing with the requirements of the Party Wall Act 1996

  • Advising on the engagement of a Planning Supervisor (not required for domestic work)

  • Preparation of detailed drawings and specification of the works for submission to Building Control for building regulations permission

  • Inviting tenders for the workReporting on tenders received and arranging for the contract to be let

  • Making periodic site inspections of the work to monitor workmanship and progress and the issue of monthly Architect's Certificates, to advise on monies payable to the contractor

  • Making a handover inspection at Practical Completion

  • Making a final inspection at the end of the Defects Liability Period, (this is usually either 3, 6 or 12 months after completion, as applicable to the size and type of project), followed by the issue of the Final Certificate

  • In addition to the above services, we can arrange for the additional services of a quantity surveyor, structural engineer, mechanical/electrical engineer or any other professional discipline which might be required: these various services can be provided separately, or included within a package for one fee, which can be useful to busy clients who would prefer to deal with just one person.


Clive F. Jenkins
Chartered Architects
42 Newton Road, Oystermouth,
Swansea, SA3 4BQ
Tel: 01792 361830
Fax: 01792 367032
Email: clive@cfjarchitect.co.uk