The goal of a pre-submission review is not to predict every agency comment. It is to eliminate preventable friction and make the project record easier for a reviewer to understand.
Review completeness and coordination separately
A package can contain every required file and still include contradictions. First confirm that expected documents are present; then compare plans, forms, reports, calculations, and project data for alignment.
Prioritize material findings
Not every markup carries the same risk. A readiness workflow should distinguish likely intake blockers, compliance questions, cross-discipline conflicts, and presentation cleanup.
- Missing required exhibits
- Conflicting site or project data
- Unresolved code assumptions
- Incomplete signatures, seals, or certifications
Close the review loop
Assign each material finding, record its resolution, and verify the updated package. A checklist without evidence of closure does not provide submission confidence.
