Precise drawings. When you need them.
Sometimes you don't need full architecture — you need drafting. Clean, dimensioned, code-annotated CAD drawings, delivered fast. ADU PALS provides professional drafting for homeowners, builders, and investors across San Diego County.
What's included
Whatever drawing package your project needs — no more, no less.
- 01 Floor plans + dimensions
- 02 Elevations + sections
- 03 Site plans + roof plans
- 04 Detail drawings + code notes
- 05 AutoCAD + Revit + PDF deliverables
- 06 Optional 3D modeling
How drafting works
Scope
You describe what drawings you need and their intended use. We quote a fixed fee.
Draft
Drafting to your specifications, coordinated with any existing drawings.
Review
You review, we revise. Two rounds of revisions included.
Delivery
CAD + PDF files delivered.
Common questions
01 What's the difference between drafting and architecture?
Drafting is drawing production — turning ideas or existing conditions into precise, dimensioned documents. Architecture is design + drafting + coordination + engineering + code + permits. Drafting is a subset.
02 Can drafted plans be submitted for a permit?
Depends on scope. Simple, non-structural work sometimes. Anything involving structure, envelope, or MEP typically needs a full architectural set with engineering.
03 How much does drafting cost?
Simple floor plans: $600–$1,800. Full residential drafting set (permit-quality): $2,500–$6,500. Complex custom work: $6,500–$15,000.
04 How fast can you turn drawings around?
1–3 weeks typical. Rush turnarounds (3–5 business days) available for a premium.
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Free scope call. Fixed-fee quote once we know what you need.