Site layout
Coordinates, existing structures, utilities, and setbacks to locate the pad precisely on site.
A complete Construction Concrete Pad Plan reduces on-site ambiguity, speeds permit review, and minimizes rework by documenting dimensions, materials, compaction, reinforcement, and inspection points. Accurate plans support cost estimates, schedule certainty, and contractor coordination, and help demonstrate compliance with applicable codes and permit conditions.
The plan is commonly prepared by engineers, architects, or experienced contractors and reviewed by permitting authorities and site inspectors.
Clear signatory authority and retained records make the plan enforceable between parties and usable for inspections, claims, and future maintenance.
Coordinates, existing structures, utilities, and setbacks to locate the pad precisely on site.
Length, width, thickness, slope, and elevation data required for excavation and formwork.
Rebar size/spacing or wire mesh type, cover requirements, and splice details.
Compaction specs, granular base type and depth, and surface drainage/grade notes.
Specified compressive strength (psi), admixtures, slump, curing method, and placement notes.
Required pre-pour approvals, testing (cylinders), and final acceptance criteria.
| Field | Configuration |
|---|---|
| Upload file type | PDF preferred; PDF/A for archives |
| Signer order | Drafter → Engineer → Contractor → Owner |
| Authentication | Email link plus SMS code when higher assurance needed |
| Retention | Save signed PDF and audit trail for records |
Electronic plan exchange should meet file format, authentication, and retention requirements used by permitting agencies and project teams.
Keep a secure signed copy with an audit trail; ensure the platform supports export and long-term storage in required formats.
Local reviews often take 1–4 weeks
Must occur before concrete placement
Sampling at pour; lab results within days
Requested after curing and removal of forms
Complete after final approval and documentation
Finalize drawings and specifications for submission.
Obtain any required stamp or professional endorsement.
Receive official permit before mobilization.
Inspector verifies subgrade and reinforcement.
| signNow | DocuSign | Adobe Sign | PandaDoc | HelloSign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Starting Price | $8/user/mo | $15/user/mo | $14/user/mo | $19/user/mo | $15/user/mo |
| Free Trial | 7-day free trial | Varies by plan | Varies by plan | Varies by plan | Varies by plan |
| Bulk Send | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| Audit Trail | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Envelope Cap | No cap | 100 envelopes/user/year | Varies | Varies | Varies |
A city plan reviewer required a stamped pad plan to issue a permit for an A/C pad
A tenant needed a reinforced pad for HVAC equipment on a leased site