Developments
Developments From Raw Land to Ready-to-Build Lots.
You don't have to tackle a development project blind. Whether you are subdividing a parcel, planning a multi-unit neighborhood, or bringing an infill project to life, a well-documented set of plans is what moves your investment forward.
Serving Woodburn, Salem, Portland, and the surrounding Oregon communities, we turn complex zoning requirements and site conditions into clear, approvable plans.
Subdivision & Lot Split Plans
Dividing a larger parcel into individual lots requires precise boundary work and site documentation. We produce the drawings your jurisdiction needs to approve the split.
Multi-Unit Site Planning
Developing a duplex, triplex, or small neighborhood? We coordinate site layouts, setbacks, and access to maximize your unit count while meeting local land use codes.
Infill Development Plans
Tight urban lots require creative, code-savvy design. We identify what can be built, design to the allowable envelope, and produce plans that satisfy demanding city reviewers.
Our Process For Your Development Project
A development project involves more moving parts than a single-family home. Coordination between site conditions, zoning codes, and jurisdiction requirements is critical. Here is how we ensure success:
Site & Zoning Analysis
We start by studying your parcel. Lot dimensions, zoning designation, setbacks, and utility access all determine what can be built and how many units your land can support.
Design & 3D Modeling
We draft the initial site layout and building designs. Using 3D modeling tools, we help you visualize density, massing, and flow before submitting anything to the city.
Code Compliance
We refine the plans to meet the Oregon Residential Specialty Code. This includes energy calculations, seismic bracing considerations, and prescriptive design standards.
Permit-Ready Docs
You receive a full set of plans—including site plans, floor plans, elevations, and cross-sections—ready to submit to your city or county building department
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about the planning and permitting process in Oregon.
Do I need separate permits for each unit in a development?
Yes. Each structure or unit typically requires its own permit application. We produce individual plan sets for each unit while keeping the overall site documentation consistent and coordinated.
What is the difference between a Drafter and an Architect for development projects?
For most residential developments, a licensed architect is not required. A professional drafter like Topline provides the technical drawings needed for permits and construction, often at a lower cost, while still ensuring code compliance and solid design.
Can you help with a project that has already started the approval process?
Yes. We can review existing documentation, identify gaps, and produce the missing drawings needed to move your project through plan check and into permit approval.
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