The history of land development is the history of civilization. When humans left the hunter-gatherer lifestyle and began settling in villages, that was the beginning of land development, changing raw land to suit the needs of people. It became an established profession long ago; Romans were famous for their engineering skills, building roads that extended for hundreds of miles and taming rivers for agricultural and other purposes. In modern times, every subdivision, mall or manufacturing facility began with land development.
The first step in a project is determining if the land is suitable for the project and drawing up a detailed plan, needed to get financing. How close is the property to sewers, utilities and drinking water? What type of roads and parking lots will be needed? If the project is high up on a hill, road, utility and foundation costs will be up to 30% higher.
Experienced developers try to keep existing older trees, ponds and streams when possible. Good drainage is always important. Is there a good view that can be capitalized on? It adds value to the finished project. Environmental aspects such as wetlands can seriously impact development costs, but any good development will include the creation of green areas for the enjoyment of those who live in or use the property. To know more visit Oneal-Bond Engineering
Developers need to look for hidden problems, such as toxic waste leaking from underground storage tanks or underground pipes. Many areas may also contain huge boulders that appear much smaller than they really are. Unknown problems add expensive time and money to the final costs. It takes experience to identify potential problems and have solutions ready. It’s also critical to be aware of any flood plain issues that may prevent development. The planning is the most crucial part of the project; poor planning is a project-killer.
Oneal-Bond Engineering has over 40 years of experience in surveying and consulting in general civil engineering. Whether their client is private, commercial or government, the firm is dedicated to quality products delivered on-time and on-budget. For more than 20 years, Oneal-Bond has been providing engineering and road and bridge design services for Lumberton, MS and Stone County, MS. The firm also does yearly expansion projects for the Lumberton Airport. The firm has many professional affiliations, including the National Society of Professional Engineers. Their team of experienced professionals stands ready to help with your next project, including Land development in Jackson, MS.
