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Primary Services
Tentative & Final Map Preparation
Generally, residential subdivision projects require the preparation of Tentative Tract Maps (TTMs) for approval by local agency planning departments and Final Tract Maps for recordation with the County in question. These maps provide the basis for subdivision projects. The services associated with the preparation of these maps are detailed below:
Planning Phase Services
Residential Tentative Tract Map (TTM) local agency approval and acquisition of entitlements/permits generally requires the
preparation of an overall application package, which typically includes (but is not limited to) the following:
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Topographic base mapping, including the location of existing monuments, boundaries, utilities, street centerlines and right-of-way, drainage improvements, and other features. For large projects, aerial surveys are provided in lieu of field activities. Existing record maps and legal documents are also incorporated as needed. |
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Tentative Map preparation, including proposed lots and right-of-way, preliminary grading and drainage, preliminary layout of utilities, and proposed access (including emergency/fire access). |
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Preliminary Water Quality Management Plan (P-WQMP) preparation and identification of proposed post-construction Site Design, Source Control, and Treatment Control Best Management Practices (BMPs) in accordance with agency requirements. |
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Preliminary Hydrology & Hydraulics Study preparation for the purpose of designing a Preliminary Drainage Plan for the mitigation of off-site and on-site runof, including the preliminary design of proposed storm drains, channels, and/or basins. |
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Coordination with planning/environmental firms to assist them in addressing environmental impact issues and prepare Negative Declaration, Initial Study (IS), or Environmental Impact Report (EIR) documents, as required. |
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Coordination with project architects to incorporate preliminary site design and landscaping considerations. |
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Coordination with local agencies, including design review meeting attendance. |
Design Phase Services
Residential Final Map local agency approval generally requires the
preparation of all improvement plans and final design documents, which typically include (but are not limited to) the following:
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Final Map preparation, including preparation of any associated easement and/or right-of-way dedications, street vacations, access agreements, and other legal documents for recordation with the County. |
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Improvement plans preparation, including precise grading and drainage for individual lots as well as the entire development, utility plans (water, sewer, storm, etc.), street improvement plans, lighting plans, erosion control plans, and detail sheets. |
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Final Water Quality Management Plan (F-WQMP) preparation and identification of proposed post-construction Site Design, Source Control, and Treatment Control Best Management Practices (BMPs) in accordance with agency requirements. |
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Final Hydrology & Hydraulics Study preparation, including a final Drainage Plan for the mitigation of off-site and on-site runof and final design of proposed storm drains, channels, and/or basins. Detailed hydraulic analyses are also prepared as-needed. |
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Coordination with project architects to incorporate final site design and landscaping considerations. |
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Preparation of construction cost estimates. |
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Coordination with local agencies on an as-needed basis. |
Construction Phase & Post-Construction Services
Residential construction phase services offered by JBA includes construction staking (for slopes and drainage improvements, street curb and gutter, all on-site/off-site "wet" and "dry" utilities, etc.) and the preparation of Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPPs) and associated Best Management Practices (BMPs) for construction activities. JBA also provides revisions to improvement plans as-needed based on changes made by contractors in the field. Post-construction services include "as-built" surveys and the subsequent preparation of "as-built" plans to be filed with local agencies.
Project and/or Construction Management
If requested by the client, JBA provides Project Management and/or Construction Management services for residential development projects, including (but not limited to) management and coordination of all subcontractors, cost/budget management, and project scheduling, progress tracking, and general documentation.
Expert Witness Consulting
Members of our firm serve as Expert Witnesses on cases involving residential project engineering/ construction failures. Many of these cases involve the improper design/construction of residential developments. With the knowledge gained fro these investigations, we have continually kept abreast of the most current problems encountered by developers, their engineers, and contractors, and in so doing, we are able to protect our clients from similar problems. |
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