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Residential Land Development Practices: A Textbook on Developing Land into Finished Lots, Fourth Edition, 2021
- Disclaimer
- Introduction
- Contents
- Chapter 1: Land Planning Concepts [Go to Page]
- Affordable Homes
- Land Planning for Marketability
- High-Density Developments
- Cluster Zoning
- Neotraditional
- Adult Retirement Housing
- Connectivity
- Partnerships in Planning
- Chapter 2: Residential Land Uses [Go to Page]
- Rural
- Estate
- Low Density
- Small Lot, Single Family
- Townhouses
- High Density
- High Density, Multistory
- Active Adult Communities
- Traditional Neighborhood Developments
- Residential Mixed-Use Developments
- Large-Scale Projects
- Chapter 3: Land Development Basics [Go to Page]
- Property Uses
- Market Study [Go to Page]
- Community Overview [Go to Page]
- Demographic Analysis
- Housing Factors
- Economic Analysis
- Community Analysis
- Neighborhood Overview
- Summary of Residential Market Analysis
- Market Comparison
- Site Analysis [Go to Page]
- Site Analysis and the Purchase Agreement
- Site Inspection
- Special Considerations
- Regulatory Issues [Go to Page]
- Excessive Regulations
- Approval Process
- Value Analysis
- Contract Provisions
- Appendix 3-1
- Appendix 3-2
- Appendix 3-3
- Appendix 3-4
- Appendix 3-5
- Appendix 3-6
- Appendix 3-7
- Appendix 3-8
- Appendix 3-9
- Chapter 4: Due Diligence [Go to Page]
- General [Go to Page]
- Property Description and Ownership
- Legal Description
- Tax Map and Parcel Size
- Master Plan Compliance
- Future Road Alignments and Rights-of-Way Dedications
- Review of Phase 1 Environmental Study
- Site Pictures
- Maps and Plans [Go to Page]
- Property Boundary Survey
- Tax Maps
- Zoning Maps
- Master Plans
- Street Maps and Community Amenities
- Topographic Survey or GIS Maps
- Aerial Photos
- Soils Maps
- Water and Sewer Maps
- Wetland Inventory Maps
- Floodplain Maps
- Road Network Plans
- Zoning and Land Uses [Go to Page]
- Permitted and Conditional Uses
- Permitted Uses
- Conditional Uses
- Zoning Restrictions, Bulk Requirements, and Constraints
- Subdivision Bulk Requirements
- Density Bonus
- Yield Analysis, Open Space, and Buffer Requirements
- Regulations [Go to Page]
- Rezoning Applications
- Development Impact on Services and Existing Infrastructure
- Dedications, Easements, and Encroachments
- Road Access, Off-Site Road Improvements, and On-Site Road Circulation
- Land Development Regulations
- Stormwater Management Facility Requirements
- Best Management Practices
- Regional, State, and Federal Regulations
- Community Hot Buttons
- Entitlement, Approval, and Permitting Processes
- Neighboring Property [Go to Page]
- Existing and Proposed Uses
- Positive and Negative Surrounding Property Analysis
- Neighborhood Reaction to Development Plans
- Political Assessment
- Noise Problems
- Views from the Site, Including Unsightly Views
- Archeological or Historical Significance of the Site
- Boundary Problems (Gores, Gaps, and Overlaps), Easements, and Rights-Of-Way
- Adjacent Property Impacts
- Site Characteristics [Go to Page]
- Environmental Constraints
- Property Soil Types, Characteristics, and Topography
- Utilities
- Government Staff Reviews and Comments [Go to Page]
- Become an Active Member of the Community
- Development Potential Summary
- Chapter 5: Financing [Go to Page]
- Financing Techniques [Go to Page]
- Purchase Money Mortgage
- Options
- Installment Contracts
- Leasehold Arrangements and Lease Options
- Land Sale Lease Back
- Limited Partnership
- Syndications
- Joint Ventures
- Blanket Mortgage
- Other Financing Techniques
- Choosing a Lender
- Submitting the Loan Package [Go to Page]
- Cover Letter
- Loan Summary
- Project Elements
- Company History
- Marketing Strategy
- Project Team Members
- Graph of Competitive Product
- Target Market
- Product
- Appraisal
- Sales and Marketing
- Pro Forma
- Corporate Reports
- Financial Documents
- Miscellaneous
- Appendix 5-1
- Appendix 5-2
- Chapter 6: Schedules [Go to Page]
- Project Activity Schedule
- Master Schedules
- Land Development Schedules
- Housing Inventory Schedule
- Appendix 6-1
- Appendix 6-2
- Appendix 6-3
- Appendix 6-4
- Appendix 6-5
- Chapter 7: Basics of Residential Marketing [Go to Page]
- Location
- Competition
- Land Plan
- Lot Premiums
- Housing Selection
- Marketing Approach
- Subdivision Potential
- Chapter 8: Consultants [Go to Page]
- Selection Process
- Design Team Members [Go to Page]
- Surveyor
- Environmental Consultant
- Soils Engineer
- Land Planner
- Engineer
- Landscape Architect
- Architect
- Other Disciplines
- Professional Service Agreement
- Consultant Responsibility
- Appendix 8-1
- Appendix 8-2
- Appendix 8-3
- Appendix 8-4
- Appendix 8-5
- Appendix 8-6
- Appendix 8-7
- Chapter 9: Sustainable Residential Communities [Go to Page]
- What, How, When, and Where to Build [Go to Page]
- Know the Past to Understand the Future
- What to Build
- How to Build
- When to Build
- Where to Build
- Social Sustainability
- Environmental Sustainability
- Economic Sustainability
- Did You Know? [Go to Page]
- Smart Growth Network
- Livable Communities
- Sustainable Cities
- HUD, DOT, and EPA
- National League of Cities: Sustainable Cities Institute
- US Chamber of Commerce's Business Civic Leadership Center
- Smart Cities Dive
- HUD
- Center for Sustainable Organizations (CSO)
- Sustainable Community Development Institute (SCDI)
- Community Revitalization Alliance
- Sustainable Community Initiatives
- Smart Growth Rating Systems
- Additional Sustainability Resources
- Chapter 10: Conceptual Design Planning [Go to Page]
- Base Map
- Conceptual Land Plan [Go to Page]
- Roads and Access Points
- Topography
- Drainage
- Environment
- Soils
- Vegetation
- Utilities
- Housing Product [Go to Page]
- Foundations
- Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions
- Description of Permitted Uses
- Type of Building
- Height Restrictions
- Setbacks
- Architectural Restrictions
- Conceptual Cost Estimate
- Appendix 10-1
- Appendix 10-2
- Appendix 10-3
- Appendix 10-4
- Appendix 10-5
- Appendix 10-6
- Appendix 10-7
- Appendix 10-8
- Chapter 11: Residential Subdivision Design [Go to Page]
- Design and Construction Options [Go to Page]
- Clearing
- Earthwork
- Sanitary Sewers
- Water Distribution Systems
- Drainage Facilities
- Roadways
- Quality Reviews [Go to Page]
- Engineering Review
- Cost Estimate
- Appendix 11-1
- Appendix 11-2
- Chapter 12: Residential Land Development Standards [Go to Page]
- Residential Streets [Go to Page]
- Right-Of-Way
- Pavement Width
- Cul-De-Sacs
- Curbs and Sidewalks
- Vertical and Horizontal Curves
- Water and Sewer Lines
- Drainage
- Chapter 13: Project Approval Strategy [Go to Page]
- Approval Strategy for Builder/Developers [Go to Page]
- Experts
- Political Problems
- Community Relations
- Project Costs
- Planning Board Presentations
- Role Playing
- Planning Board Meeting
- Engineers and Public Hearings [Go to Page]
- Rule 1: Know the Political Hot Buttons [Go to Page]
- How Do You Find Out About the Issues?
- Should You Meet with Board Members?
- Should the Engineer Become Politically Involved?
- Rule 2: Public Participation Is a Key Component
- Rule 3: Know Your Costs
- Rule 4: Prepare for a Board Hearing
- Rule 5: Prepare Quality Graphics
- Rule 6: Use Appropriate Tools of the Trade
- Rule 7: Orchestrate the Performance
- Rule 8: Present a Project with Enthusiasm
- Rule 9: Answer Questions Briefly
- Rule 10: Pass the Torch
- Engineers at the Crossroads
- Chapter 14: Developers, Engineers, Regulators [Go to Page]
- Timing and Schedule [Go to Page]
- Developer
- Engineer
- Regulator
- Land Development Engineer's Goals
- Quality [Go to Page]
- Developer
- Engineer
- Regulator
- Land Development Engineer's Goals
- Cooperation [Go to Page]
- Developer
- Engineer
- Regulator
- Land Development Engineer's Goals
- Knowledge [Go to Page]
- Developer
- Engineer
- Regulator
- Land Development Engineer's Goals
- Workforce [Go to Page]
- Developer
- Engineer
- Regulator
- Land Development Engineer's Goals
- Commitment [Go to Page]
- Developer
- Engineer
- Regulator
- Land Development Engineer's Goals
- Communication [Go to Page]
- Developer
- Engineer
- Regulator
- Land Development Engineer's Goals
- Meetings [Go to Page]
- Developer
- Engineer
- Regulator
- Land Development Engineer's Goals
- Documentation [Go to Page]
- Developer
- Engineer
- Regulator
- Land Development Engineer's Goals
- Government Relations [Go to Page]
- Developer
- Engineer
- Regulator
- Land Development Engineer's Goals
- Summary
- Chapter 15: Stormwater Management and Best Management Practices [Go to Page]
- Decentralized versus Regional SWM Facilities
- Stormwater Management [Go to Page]
- Retention Facilities
- Detention Facilities
- Best Management Practices [Go to Page]
- Bioretention Systems
- Roof Drywell Systems
- Extended Detention Facilities
- Manufactured Treatment Systems
- Sand Filters
- Vegetative Filters
- Permanent Water Surface Ponds
- Soil Testing Programs
- Visual Considerations [Go to Page]
- Landscaping
- Fencing
- Maintenance Access
- Maintenance Programs
- Ownership Alternatives [Go to Page]
- Government
- Homeowners Association
- Individual Property Owner
- Design Trends
- Chapter 16: Permits and More Permits [Go to Page]
- Local Governments [Go to Page]
- Planning Board
- Shade Tree Commission
- Environmental Commission
- Water and Sewer Departments
- Drainage Departments
- Traffic Departments
- Project Reviews
- Regional Agencies [Go to Page]
- Regional Planning Boards
- Soil Conservation District
- Stormwater or River Basin Agencies
- Protection, Enhancement, and Proper Use Groups
- Quasi-Public Agencies
- State Agencies
- Federal Government
- Subdivision Approval Process
- Planning Board Guide for Citizen Participation [Go to Page]
- Application Process
- Associated Agencies
- Procedures
- Types of Approvals
- Types of Meetings
- Description of a Hearing
- Presentations
- Questions and Answers
- Work Sessions
- Definitions
- Chapter 17: Municipal Government's Changing Landscape [Go to Page]
- Architectural Guidelines and Price Points
- Residential Roads and Traffic Impact Studies
- Municipal Services and Cost Benefit Analysis
- Economic Development
- Stormwater Facilities Operation and Maintenance and MS4 Permits [Go to Page]
- Water Distribution and Water Supply
- Wastewater Treatment Plant and Line Capacity
- Chapter 18: Land Development Bid Process [Go to Page]
- Plans and Specifications
- Prebid Conference with Staff
- Bid Process [Go to Page]
- Contractor Information
- Contractor Meeting
- Contractor's Schedule
- Bid Forms
- Bid Analysis
- Contractor Selection Process
- Land Development Contracts [Go to Page]
- Unit-Price Contract
- Time-and-Material Contract
- Lump Sum Not to Exceed
- Construction Document Revisions [Go to Page]
- Field Conditions
- Better Designs
- Budget versus Actual Cost Report [Go to Page]
- Summary [Go to Page]
- Unanticipated Site Problems or Conditions
- Unanticipated Permitting or Approval Requirements
- Accelerated Design or Construction Schedule
- Design Changes
- Quality of Materials
- Specification Changes
- Material Shortages
- Labor Shortages
- Union Labor
- Public Bidding Process
- Issues with the Design, Cost Estimate, Bid Documents, Contractor Quotes
- Know Your Costs
- Appendix 18-1
- Appendix 18-2
- Appendix 18-3
- Appendix 18-4
- Appendix 18-5
- Appendix 18-6
- Appendix 18-7
- Chapter 19: Land Development Project Management [Go to Page]
- Communication
- Schedule
- Field Office
- Invoices and Payment [Go to Page]
- Schedule of Values Analysis
- Payment Invoice Summary
- Release of Lien
- Payment
- Progress Meetings
- Field Extras
- Change Orders
- Appendix 19-1
- Appendix 19-2
- Appendix 19-3
- Appendix 19-4
- Appendix 19-5
- Appendix 19-6
- Chapter 20: Land Development Field Operations [Go to Page]
- Construction Surveying
- Clearing Operations
- Selective Clearing
- Earthwork Operations
- Houseline Land Development
- Erosion and Sedimentation Control
- Storm Drainage
- Utility Installations [Go to Page]
- Electric, Phone, Gas, and Cable
- Water and Sewer
- Curb and Gutter Installations
- Pavement
- Land Development Punch Lists
- Appendix 20-1
- Appendix 20-2
- Appendix 20-3
- Appendix 20-4
- Chapter 21: The Land Development Business [Go to Page]
- Stakeholders [Go to Page]
- Government
- Business Community
- Citizens
- Environmental Community
- Legal Community
- Political Community
- Homeowner Associations
- Business Issues [Go to Page]
- Profits
- Reputation and Corporate Image
- Effect on Society
- Design Professionals
- Land Development Industry Changes
- Chapter 22: Land Development Engineering [Go to Page]
- Course Requirements
- Fundamentals
- Advanced Site Analysis
- Studio
- Storm Drainage Design
- Index
- About the Author [Go to Page]