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How it works at Tekenpunt

From application to approved permit, in five clear steps. You see an indicative price right away, often get your quote the same day and then follow every step live in your own dossier. 90% of our designs pass aesthetic review in one go. We draw throughout the Netherlands.

5StepsApplication to permit
90%Approved first timePermit-ready work
4wkDelivery timeExpress 0-2 weeks
800+ProjectsSince 2016
§01 The process

From application to approved permit

Every step is concrete and you always know where you stand. No surprises, no loose ends.

01
Application Instantly online

Application with an instant indicative price

You submit your application online and immediately see an indicative price based on your type of renovation. This way you know the ballpark in advance, before committing to anything.

  • An instant indicative price online
  • Tailored to your type of renovation
  • No obligations yet
  • Questions? Phone, email or WhatsApp
02
Quote Often the same day

Your quote, often the same day

On your application we prepare a personal quote, often the same working day. You approve it easily online with one click.

  • Personal quote, often the same day
  • Fixed price upfront
  • Online approval with one click
  • No paperwork
03
Your dossier Live to follow

Follow everything in your own dossier

As soon as you agree, you get access to your personal dossier. There you follow the status of your drawing live, ask your questions, share your files and see exactly which phase you're in. You're never left in the dark.

  • Your own online dossier
  • The status of your drawing live
  • Ask questions and share files
  • Always insight into the phase
04
Drawing work & permit We take care of it

We make the drawings and arrange the permit

We take care of the drawings, the aesthetic review pre-check and, where needed, the permit application. 90% passes aesthetic review in one go.

  • Floor plans, elevations and sections
  • Aesthetic review pre-assessment
  • Permit application where needed
  • 90% passes aesthetic review in one go
05
Completion Complete package

Your package delivered complete

Your complete package is ready in your dossier: drawings, calculations and all the documents you need.

  • Complete package in your dossier
  • Drawings and calculations
  • Delivered as PDF and DWG
  • Ready to submit or to build
§02 What you get from us

Four things that are always guaranteed

No small print. This is what you get on every project, regardless of size.

Fixed price upfront

You receive a fixed-price quote. You pay what we agreed, with no additional charges afterwards.

90% through aesthetic review first time

Thanks to our aesthetic review pre-screening, the vast majority of applications pass the review in one go.

Revisions within scope

Adjustments within the agreed assignment are included. What we agree on, we work out until it's right.

One dedicated point of contact

From intake to delivery you have the same point of contact. Short lines of communication and no unnecessary referrals.

§03 Lead time

How long does the whole process take?

We usually have the drawing itself ready within three to four weeks. Need it faster? That's possible with priority service for a surcharge. If a permit is required, the municipal decision period is added on top. These are target dates.

Standard
3-4weeks

Standard turnaround for the drawing work, from application to delivery of the complete set.

Express
1-2weeks

In a hurry? Within 2 weeks is possible for a 30% surcharge, within 1 week for 50%.

Permit
8weeks

If a building permit is required, the municipality's decision period of approximately 8 weeks applies, separate from our drawing work.

* Lead times are indicative and depend on the scope of the project and the speed of response to interim feedback. The municipality's decision period is independent of Tekenpunt.

§04 Frequently asked questions

Questions about the process

Q01Do I need to be present for the site survey?

That is possible but not always necessary. For a home visit with a 3D scan we come at a time that suits you. If you prefer to supply your own photos and measurements, we work with those. We will let you know exactly which information we need.

Q02What if the drawing is not approved straight away?

No problem. After the first version we incorporate your feedback in a revision round. Revisions within the agreed scope are included in the price. If the aesthetic review committee requests a change, we correct it free of charge until the drawing is approved.

Q03Do you also submit the building permit on my behalf?

Yes, if you want that we handle the complete building permit application with your municipality. We check the design against the aesthetic policy in advance, which means 90% passes the aesthetic review first time. The municipal decision period of approximately 8 weeks is separate from our work.

Q04Do you work across the Netherlands?

Yes. Our office is in Amsterdam, but we draw for projects across the Netherlands. We do the drawing work remotely and submit any permit to your municipality. For every municipality we know or check the aesthetic policy.

§05 Start today

Take the first step

Send us your plans and you will receive a fixed-price quote the same day. Free advice on feasibility and permitting. No obligation.

Last updated: July 2026 Content reviewed by the Tekenpunt team · construction draughtsman & KIWA-certified structural engineer in house