wylieshanks architects - Schedule of rates
Initial visit
Initial report
Full service
New Build
Extension
Conversions
Alterations
Renovations
Special services
Feasibility studies
Expert opinion
Defects report
Site or building surveys or inspection
Site or option appraisal
Specialist consultants
Local authority consent fees
Stage charges
Outline proposal
Scheme design; Planning application
Detail Design; Warrant application
Specifications; contract documents
Tender action
Site works
Free of charge
£500 (refer note 6 below)
7% of project value
10% of project value
Time charged at £65 per hour
At cost if required
By client (an estimate will be provided in the Initial Report).
15% of fee
20% of fee
25% of fee
15% of fee
5% of fee
20% of fee

Terms
- The above rates, to comply with normal construction industry standards, are exclusive of VAT, which will be charged at the prevailing rate.
- The rates include normal expenses such as local travel and prints. Unusual expenses such as long distance travel or colour reproduction may be additionally charged by prior agreement.
- Invoices are issued at stage (or agreed part stage) completion, and on 14 day payment terms. The client must settle prior to commencing the next stage.
- Copyright on all drawings and designs remains with Wylie Shanks Architects.
- The appointment and scope of service will be in accordance with the current edition of the Royal Incorporation of Architects in Scotland Conditions of Appointment, sections 1 and 2, and as adjusted in the Initial Report. A copy of this will be issued at Step 4, or upon request. The contents of this brochure are not intended to form part of the contract.
- The Initial report fee is an advance payment to the fee account, but only if our service reaches tender stage.
- Commissions below £50,000 if accepted will attract a minimum fee of £5,000.