Expert Review and Evaluation: South Shore Falls Development
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CLIENT INFORMATION
- Client Since: 2010
- Location: Orlando, Florida
- Industry Sector: Developer | Realtor
PROJECT INFORMATION
- Project Location: Hillsborough County, Florida
- Status: Completed
OPPORTUNITY
HSA Golden was tasked with the expert review and evaluation of master drainage, wetland mitigation, and construction plans with respect to non-compliance with Southwest Florida Water Management District permits. Specifically, the failure of mitigation area plantings in two drainage canals was at issue.
SOLUTION
- Reviewed as-built construction drawings, surveys, and site inspection reports per the Southwest Floirda Water Management District permit.
- Conducted site reconnaissance to document site conditions.
- Performed erosion and stormwater flow calculations to support expert opinions.
- Compared as-built surveys with construction plans to identify deviations potentially resulting in permit non-compliance.
- Prepared expert’s report of findings.
SUCCESS
- Significant deviations between as-built surveys and construction plans were found to have caused the failure of mitigation plantings.
- Report supported contractor’s lawsuit/settlement with Centex Homes.