Engineering for Parks & Recreation

Spaces for Community, Health, and Nature

We design the parks, trails and recreational facilities that are the heart of our communities. We believe well-designed public spaces are essential for healthy living, social connection and natural resource protection. From neighborhood playgrounds to regional sports complexes and Greenway systems, we partner with municipal, county and state agencies to create vibrant, accessible and sustainable recreational environments for all to enjoy.

Full-service Design for Every Recreational Need

Our team combines creative landscape architecture with sound civil engineering to deliver parks and recreational projects that are beautiful and built to last. Our approach to parks and recreation is to create inclusive, lasting spaces. We address:

Inclusivity: ADA-compliant trails and play areas for all ages and abilities.
Sustainability: Low-maintenance designs with native plants to reduce costs.
Resilience: Flood-resistant layouts using our Storm Drainage Design.
Community Impact: Spaces for festivals, sports, and relaxation that strengthen local bonds.

Active Recreation & Athletic Facilities

We provide specialized engineering for a wide range of athletic facilities designed for performance and safety. Our services include the design of natural and synthetic turf fields for soccer and football, baseball and softball diamonds, tennis courts, and complete track and field facilities. We also engineer the infrastructure for larger sports & entertainment venues, including stadiums and grandstands.

Passive Recreation &
Trail Networks

We design immersive natural spaces that allow people to connect with the outdoors. Our services include the design of multi-use trails for walking and biking, serene nature paths, public plazas and open green spaces for community gatherings and passive enjoyment.

Public Spaces

Every park is built on a foundation of good site engineering. We design all the infrastructure, including access roads, parking areas, pavilions and restrooms and site-wide grading and drainage. We ensure all our designs are fully ADA-compliant to create spaces for all users.

Permitting for Parks & Public Spaces

Bringing a new park or recreational facility to life requires navigating local and environmental regulations. We take care of the entire permitting process, and we take care of the site development permits. Additionally, RSP works with local authorities to obtain zoning changes, special use permits and site plan approvals for mission-critical facilities. Our experience with city/municipal and county governments across the country means a smooth and efficient process.

We handle environmental permitting for projects near streams or wetlands and ensure all designs meet or exceed safety and accessibility codes, so you can go from concept to community use.

Ready to create a park that brings your community together? Get in touch with our team today!