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.

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.