Case Study: Saving $2.3 Million on a Medical Office Development
Everwest Engineering saved the developer of a flat-site medical office building and parking garage $2.3 million by switching to gravity drainage instead of a $2 million pump station, and by working with municipal staff to remove the need for on-site infiltration and underground storage.
Stop Overpaying for Under-Engineering: A Client's Guide to Cost-Smart Design
Cost-conscious civil engineering: how smart grading, servicing & stormwater design decisions cut construction costs without sacrificing quality or code compliance—see how one sewer layout choice saved $7,500.
Lot Severances: Unlocking Value and Housing Supply Through Smart Infill Development
In this article we review the benefits and drawbacks of lot severances. The information provided focuses on severances within Hamilton, Halton, and Niagara, including Oakville, Burlington, St. Catharines, Port Colborne, For Erie. and Niagara Falls. Information on the engineering challenges is included such as grading, servicing, and stormwater management.
Secondary Dwellings - Grading, Servicing and Surveys
Laneway suites, also called garden suites or auxiliary dwelling units (ADUs), are self-contained residential units located on the same lot as a primary home. Popular in cities like Hamilton and Toronto, they offer rental income, multigenerational living, and increased housing supply. Challenges can include grading, drainage, and utility connections. Proper planning, including topographic surveys and engineering designs, is essential. Despite these challenges, laneway suites provide financial, social, and environmental benefits, making them a valuable addition to urban properties.