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Site Development
Local ordinances, State regulatory agencies, local utility companies, and local government
In western Pennsylvania, each local government has its own ordinances with no two the
same. The developer must rely on the engineer’s strength of knowledge to evaluate the
regulations, identify the site’s potential, and create a design to yield a functional and cost
effective site layout. Site layout is driven by function. A shopping center and a housing
subdivision have the same complexity with very different needs.
The approach to any site development requires attention to and familiarity with:
Our site development staff’s expertise includes:
In western Pennsylvania, each local government has its own ordinances with no two the
same. The developer must rely on the engineer’s strength of knowledge to evaluate the
regulations, identify the site’s potential, and create a design to yield a functional and cost
effective site layout. Site layout is driven by function. A shopping center and a housing
subdivision have the same complexity with very different needs.
The approach to any site development requires attention to and familiarity with:
- Client Needs and Function
- Local Governmental Regulations
- Local Utilities
- PennDOT District
- Permitting Requirements (State, DEP, and Local)
Our site development staff’s expertise includes:
- Construction Cost Estimating, Inspection, Scheduling, and Specifications
- Drainage Design
- Erosion and Sedimentation Control Permits
- Highway Occupancy Permits (PennDOT)
- Parking Lot Layout and Striping
- Roadway Layout
- Site Grading and Earthwork
- Stormwater Management
- Surveying
- Traffic Signing and Control
- Utility Coordination and Design
| Last updated: 04/19/07 |