Fact Sheet
- Who is MSC?
- What does MSC do?
- Where does MSC work?
- When do you need MSC?
- Why MSC?
- What is the difference between a
"permit expeditor" and MSC? - What is MSC:Connect?
- What is permit processing?
- What is expedited Peer Review?
- The difference between Mod. Process & Peer Review?
- How much time can the Peer Review process save my project?
- How much will it cost?
- My construction project has already begun.
How can MSC help me?
Who is MSC?
MSC is Greater Washington's premier construction development consulting firm specializing in detailed, comprehensive services in the regulatory and jurisdictional requirements area.
>> Back To The TopWhat does MSC do?
MSC provides builders, developers and architects with expert, proactive assistance navigating the bureaucratic maze, delivering the time- and money-saving solutions needed to succeed. We specialize in expediting construction through careful management of jurisdictional or "regulatory" permit processes.
>> Back To The TopWhere does MSC work?
Headquartered in Fairfax, Virginia, MSC has worked with all major developers, contractors, and architectural and engineering firms in the greater metropolitan DC area. In addition, MSC has a national presence having completed projects as far north as Vermont, as far south as Florida, and as far west as California.
>> Back To The TopWhen do you need MSC?
MSC will get involved at any stage of your project but the earlier we are involved, the more value we add to the process.
>> Back To The TopWhy MSC?
Simple: EXPERIENCE. We know how to navigate regulatory permit processes better than anyone.
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"permit expeditor" and MSC?
A "permit expeditor" will fill out your paperwork, submit your plans, stand in line, provide comments from the jurisdiction and resubmit. MSC is a permit process management firm; we understand jurisdictional process so that a regulatory strategy can be built & customized for your project.
>> Back To The TopWhat is MSC:Connect?
MSC:Connect is MSC's secure online resource and communication center where MSC clients can track their permits, obtain status reports, request forms, and more.
>> Back To The TopWhat is permit processing?
Permit processing requires knowledge of the various submissions, reviews, permits and approvals that are required for a particular project and ensuring that various aspects of the project plans meet all jurisdictional guidelines and requirements. Overseeing the submission of the permit applications, tracking the status, and estimating when the submitted applications will be approved by the regulatory agencies involved are all additional components of the overall permitting process.
>> Back To The TopWhat is expedited peer review?
The Expedited Building Plan Review Program allows County-approved private sector peer reviewers to conduct a plan review prior to submission to the County. Peer reviewed drawings are expedited through the County permit approval process cutting review times dramatically. For more information, please visit our Peer Review page.
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processing and peer review?
Peer Review can apply to any part of a construction project, whereas projects can only qualify for Modified Processing if the combined estimated revenue for the project exceeds $25 million ($20 million for the structures themselves, and $5 million for the land). Please visit our Modified Processing page.
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process save my project?
On average, final decisions about project plans submitted through managed Peer Review are made 40%-50% faster than through an unmanaged process. Specific time savings will vary from project to project.
>> Back To The TopHow much will it cost?
The costs of managing or overseeing the permit processing, submissions, project planning or other phases of any project will depend upon the scope and complexity of the specific project. For detailed information regarding MSC service charges and/or the criteria for submitting a Request for Proposal, please contact the MSC office directly at 703-691-1100.
>> Back To The TopMy construction project has already begun.
How can MSC help me?
MSC can expedite permitting and project approvals for any phase or aspect of a project, even individual permits and approvals. Call us for details.
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