LCJ Design

Whether you’re building a custom home, a barndominium, or a commercial tenant build-out, we produce permit-ready construction documents with sealed engineering coordinated through our Engineer of Record.

📍 Porter, TX — serving clients nationwide
📞 346-336-2300
🌐 wwww.lcjdesign.net
✉️ [email protected]

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This review says it all.

🏡 From Concept to Permit-Ready Construction Documents! 📐
Every successful project begins with a well-planned design and a complete set of construction drawings. At LCJ Design LLC, we transform ideas into detailed, code-compliant plans that help bring projects to life with confidence.
This residential project includes: ✅ Site Plan
✅ First & Second Floor Plans
✅ Exterior Elevations
✅ Building Sections
✅ Architectural Details
✅ Permit-Ready Construction Drawings
Our team focuses on creating accurate, functional, and buildable designs that streamline the permitting process and support smooth construction from start to finish.
Whether you're planning a custom home, renovation, addition, or commercial project, we're here to provide professional design and drafting solutions tailored to your needs.
📩 Contact LCJ Design LLC today to discuss your next project!

Did you know you can walk into the Houston Permitting Center and walk out the SAME DAY with your permit?

A lot of homeowners — and even some contractors — don't know this option exists.

Since March 2025, the City of Houston has run the One-Stop Plan Review Walk-In Service. You bring paper plans to the Racetrack on the 1st floor, a reviewer looks at them in person, and if everything checks out you pay your fees and leave with the permit in hand. No ProjectDox. No waiting weeks on emailed comments.

🏠 RESIDENTIAL — what qualifies:
• Additions UP TO 1,000 sq ft — with or without engineered structural plans
• Additions OVER 1,000 sq ft — with engineered structural plans
• Remodels
• Garage conversions
• Substantial remodels up to 75% demolition (with engineered structural plans)
• Foundation repairs, driveways and paving, flatwork
• Fire, storm, tree and vehicle damage

Read that second line again: a big addition is NOT disqualified. It just has to come with engineered structural plans.

🏢 COMMERCIAL — a narrower list:
• Remodels up to 2,500 sq ft (no change of use, no conversions)
• Foundation repairs
• Fire, storm, tree and vehicle damage up to 50%
• Driveway approach repair or replacement (ROW work only)
• Existing paving and parking lots — 2" overlay and pothole repair only
• Repairs, re-roofs, roof overlays, interior demo of non-load-bearing walls

Heads up: commercial ADDITIONS are not on the walk-in list at all, and change of use, new Certificates of Occupancy, and suite expansions are excluded. Most restaurant and retail finish-outs won't qualify — those still go through the standard review.

⚠️ WHAT TRIPS PEOPLE UP:
• Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM only
• Paper plans ONLY — anything submitted electronically is excluded
• Two identical, complete, securely bound sets, printed to scale and easy to read
• Graph paper and lined paper will not be accepted
• The City does not offer copy services — show up ready
• Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing do NOT participate in walk-in review. If your scope pulls in MEP, it's out.
• New single-family homes, house raisings, and solar panels don't qualify

Show up with an incomplete or non-compliant set and you leave with correction comments instead of a permit — and you're making the drive again.

That's where we come in. LCJ Design produces permit-ready construction documents — architectural, MEP, structural coordination and site — drawn to clear review the first time.

Planning an addition or remodel in the Houston area? Let's get it drawn right.

📞 346-336-2300
✉️ [email protected]

From Concept to City Approval – Complete Commercial Permit Drawing Package! 🏗️

Another commercial project successfully prepared with a complete permit-ready drawing set for a Daiquiri Lounge Tenant Improvement.

Our team developed a comprehensive design package covering every phase of the project to ensure compliance with local building codes and a smooth permitting process.

📋 Project Includes:
✅ Site Plan & Parking Analysis
✅ Architectural Floor Plans
✅ Structural Details & Wall Sections
✅ Electrical Power & Lighting Plans
✅ HVAC Layout & Mechanical Design
✅ Plumbing Layout & Riser Diagrams
✅ Door, Finish & Equipment Schedules
✅ Code Compliance & Construction Notes
✅ Permit Submission Ready

At LCJ Designs LLC, we specialize in transforming commercial spaces into functional, code-compliant environments while simplifying the permit approval process.

Whether you're opening a restaurant, lounge, retail store, office, salon, medical clinic, or commercial tenant space, we're here to help from design to permit approval.

📞 346-336-2300
🌐 www.lcjdesign.net
📧 [email protected]

Design. Plan. Permit. Build.

🏗️ Commercial Food Store Addition | Permit-Ready Design by LCJ Designs LLC
Every successful commercial project starts with precise planning and code-compliant documentation. This food store addition was carefully designed to maximize functionality while meeting all local building codes, accessibility standards, and permit requirements.
Our team prepared a complete architectural package, including floor plans, accessibility layouts, code review matrices, schedules, legends, life safety considerations, and construction documentation to ensure a smooth permitting and construction process.
✨ Project Scope: ✅ Commercial Food Store Addition
✅ Architectural Floor Plans
✅ Code Review & Compliance Matrix
✅ ADA Accessibility Design
✅ Door & Room Finish Schedules
✅ Construction Notes & Legends
✅ Permit-Ready Drawing Set
✅ Building Code & Life Safety Compliance
At LCJ Designs LLC, we provide complete architectural and permit solutions for commercial renovations, tenant improvements, additions, and new construction. From concept to city approval, we help turn your vision into reality with accuracy and professionalism.
📞 346-336-2300
🌐 www.lcjdesign.net⁠�
📧 [email protected]
Building smarter spaces with code-compliant, permit-ready designs.

🏢 Commercial Tenant Improvement | Permit-Ready Architectural Design
Great commercial spaces begin with smart planning and attention to every detail. This tenant improvement project was developed to create a functional, code-compliant layout while meeting all accessibility and permitting requirements.
From floor planning and code analysis to ADA accessibility diagrams, construction notes, and permit-ready documentation, every detail was carefully coordinated to ensure a smooth approval and construction process.
✨ Project Highlights: • Commercial Tenant Improvement
• Functional Floor Plan Design
• Code Review & Compliance Documentation
• ADA Accessibility Standards & Diagrams
• General Construction Notes
• Permit-Ready Architectural Drawings
• Space Planning & Interior Layout Optimization
• Houston Building Code Compliance
At LCJ Designs LLC, we specialize in residential and commercial architectural design, tenant improvements, remodels, permit drawings, and construction documentation. Our mission is to deliver efficient, practical, and code-compliant solutions that help bring every project to life.
📞 346-336-2300
🌐 wwww.lcjdesign.net
📧 [email protected]
From concept to permit approval, we provide complete architectural solutions designed for quality, functionality, and long-term success.

🏢 Commercial Office Renovation | Code-Compliant Design for Modern Workspaces
Every successful renovation starts with thoughtful planning and attention to detail. This commercial office renovation project was designed to enhance functionality, improve accessibility, and ensure full compliance with current building and fire safety codes.
Our scope included architectural floor plan revisions, UL-rated fire wall assemblies, ADA-compliant grab bars and hardware specifications, accessibility upgrades, and complete permit-ready documentation to streamline the approval and construction process.
✨ Project Highlights: • Commercial Office Tenant Improvement
• Architectural Floor Plan Revisions
• UL Fire-Rated Wall Assemblies
• ADA Accessibility Compliance
• Door & Hardware Specifications
• Grab Bar & Restroom Details
• Code-Compliant Construction Documents
• Permit-Ready Drawing Set
At LCJ Designs LLC, we provide comprehensive architectural and permit services for commercial renovations, office build-outs, retail spaces, restaurants, medical facilities, and tenant improvement projects. Our designs focus on functionality, safety, and code compliance while bringing our clients' vision to life.
📞 346-336-2300
🌐 wwww.lcjdesign.net
📧 [email protected]
From concept to permit approval, we deliver precise architectural solutions that make commercial projects move forward with confidence.