Mass Construction Show The Future of Permitting & Inspections, Happening Now.
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Sep 16, 2025 Amr Raafat, Chief Innovation Officer at Windover Construction, shares insights into transformative technology in construction. He reveals how their Automated Plan Review System drastically reduces permitting times, streamlining processes in the UAE. The conversation dives into the role of 3D models and AI in enhancing compliance checks and communication between builders and municipalities. Amr also discusses the future of construction, emphasizing collaboration and the innovative use of data to revolutionize traditional workflows.
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Automated 2D→3D Review Cuts Days To Minutes
- Wendover built an Automated Plan Review System to convert 2D CAD to LOD300 3D models and run code checks in minutes.
- The platform targets widespread 2D submitters so municipalities can scale reviews without forcing immediate BIM adoption.
Validate CAD Before Plan Review
- Validate CAD file structure at submission to eliminate back-and-forth with reviewers.
- Use an automated CAD-verify step to reject or guide fixes before municipality review.
One Report Becomes The Single Source Of Truth
- The system produces a unified compliance report (architectural, structural, mechanical) so reviewers focus on exceptions.
- Human reviewers remain in the loop to sign off while automation handles routine measurements.