[1] But in some jurisdictions, the architect is required to submit the construction documents needed to obtain the building permit.
That occurs when several different architects perform services on discrete parts of a single building project.
When an architecture firm is working on a project that is outside their geographic location or range of expertise, it will often choose to work with an architect that is either local to the project site or skilled in that particular area of expertise.
This type of working relationship is common when high-profile architects (or "starchitects") win design bids but find themselves in need of architects with more practical skills or knowledge of local conditions.
The local architecture firms that are responsible for corresponding with city agencies about code compliance, tender documents, client communication and creating up to 90 percent of the construction documents and carry out construction inspections are similar, but should be referred to as the "executive architect."