Planning & Site Investigation Services

Strategic Planning & Site Investigation for Seamless Project Kick-offs

At RSP Engineers, we believe that meticulous planning and preliminary engineering are critical to the success of any project. Our Planning & Site Investigation services provide a comprehensive pre-construction analysis, equipping you with a clear roadmap that identifies potential liabilities, minimizes risks, and ensures your project's feasibility from day one. We deliver the foundational data and strategic insights needed to guide your vision toward a successful and profitable reality.

Our Comprehensive Approach to Site Investigation

Successful land development begins with a profound understanding of the site's characteristics and constraints. Our expert team performs in-depth due diligence to ensure your project's constructibility, saving you from unexpected expenses and surprising delays. We provide a clear, data-driven path forward for your investment.

Detailed Due Diligence & Feasibility Analysis

We conduct a thorough evaluation of your site, covering every critical aspect to build a robust project foundation. Our analysis is designed to determine your project's constructability in advance, providing a clear view of the path ahead. Our detailed investigation process includes

- We proactively identify and assess potential future liabilities or conflicts related to easements, property lines, or environmental factors to mitigate risk.
- A deep dive into all applicable governmental ordinances to ensure compliance and identify potential variances or entitlements needed.
- We initiate early and strategic meetings with permitting agencies and city engineers to understand requirements, build rapport, and streamline future approvals.
- We develop an accurate and realistic project schedule, outlining key milestones from planning through completion.
- Our team provides a detailed cost estimate and financial analysis to assist you in determining the project’s overall feasibility and potential return on investment.

Conceptual Design and
Pre-Construction Planning

Before breaking ground, we develop a clear and actionable conceptual plan. This vital phase translates your vision into a tangible design, aligning scope, schedule, and budget. Our pre-construction planning deliverables include:

Concept Site Plan
We create an initial site layout that optimizes land use, circulation, and key features.

Concept Paving, Grading, and Drainage Plan
An initial plan outlining the site's grading and stormwater management approach, which will be fully engineered in our Storm Drainage Design phase.

Concept Water and Sewer Utility Plan
A preliminary design for essential utilities, forming the basis for our detailed Utility Infrastructure Design.

Permitting & Agency Coordination

Navigating the complex web of permits is a cornerstone of our service. We proactively engage with regulatory bodies to streamline approvals. While our main headquarters are in Florida, our teams in Texas, Georgia, and North Carolina are adept at managing local and state-level permitting requirements across the US.

- We facilitate meetings with city engineers, planning departments, and other key stakeholders to ensure alignment and expedite the review process.
- We prepare and submit a wide range of initial permits required for site investigation and the early stages of Engineering Land Development. This includes environmental resource permits, zoning variances, and land use amendments.