This course discusses a typical overall land development process, from initial review of a vacant property through final approvals and certification after completion of site construction activities. While no two municipalities have the exact same standards or procedures, the course provides a detailed discussion of what can typically be encountered by the Engineer throughout the process, how the Engineer works and interacts with the developer/client and what additional support team members are sometimes needed to complete a project. 

 

Included in the course are discussions on land use and zoning, due diligence evaluations, cost factors, design standards, plan preparation, permitting and approval to construct activities and project close-out.   

After completion of the course, the participant will be able to:  

Describe the relationship between the Engineer, project developer and specialized project team members needed to complete a successful land development project 

 

Outline due diligence activities needed throughout the project development cycle to assure the project can be constructed as envisioned and within budgetary limitations 

 

List Land Use and Zoning issues that affect the development of a vacant parcel of land proposed for development and discuss how amendments are accomplished 

 

Understand technical and design standards that must be met in preparing a set of construction plans

 

Describe permitting and approval activities that must be undertaken to obtain site construction approvals 

 

Outline construction, close-out and certification activities required by the Engineer at the end of the project