Author: Jeff

The “Mathematical Certainty” Solution: Why Your Asheville Floodplain Project Doesn’t Need a Miracle—It Needs Subtraction.

Struggling with Asheville’s floodplain models? XYZ Civil uses “Strategic Subtraction” to bypass the HEC-RAS nightmare and secure No-Rise Certifications on the French Broad.

Commercial Site Development Plan Requirements in Western North Carolina

Commercial site development requirements in Western North Carolina vary by county and municipality, even for similar project types. While most jurisdictions require the same core elements — site layout, grading, drainage, access, utilities, and zoning compliance — the level of detail and review focus differs significantly. Below is an overview of common commercial site development […]

Concrete Plant Civil Engineering & SDP Plans

Apline Ready Mix is a concrete batch plant that is currently under construction in Elbert County, Colorado. The site area is 5 acres and the site is located in the 6 Arrow East Commercial Subdivision near Kiowa. XYZ Civil, LLC did the civil engineering and Site Development Plan submittal documents for this project, which is […]

DESC & GESC Permits in Douglas County, Colorado

Douglas County requires a DESC (Drainage, Erosion, & Sediment Control) Plan at the very least for basically any freestanding structure which needs a permit, including barns, garages, ADU’s, and additions for houses. Typically these types of structures have less than 1 acre of disturbance and so a DESC is typically required. However, if you plan […]