SITE DEVELOPEMENT

We listen to our clients to understand their wants, needs, and expectations. We also take great pride in seeing our clients realize their dreams, whether it's a new office building, a residential subdivision or, a retail development.

Maurer-Stutz, Inc. provides a single source of professional expertise by offering clients a full range of site development services, from planning through construction. Surveys are performed using state-of-the-art computer technology. Water, sewer and storm water detention systems are designed using the latest in available computer software.

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Our clients rely on us to assist them with re-zoning and annexation issues. Our considerable knowledge of permitting requirements and professional working relationships with local, state, and federal regulatory agencies allow us to better serve our clients. 

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    • Comprehensive site layouts designed to support customer access, visibility, and circulation

    • Utility planning and infrastructure coordination for new developments and redevelopments

    • Parking, pedestrian-route, and access-drive design that enhances site functionality

    • Full support through permitting, approvals, and construction coordination

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    • Thoughtfully planned sites that prioritize patient access, staff flow, and emergency-vehicle routing

    • Infrastructure planning for specialized building needs and high-reliability utilities

    • Clear, compliant access systems including walkways, drop-off lanes, and parking arrangements

    • Expertise navigating healthcare-related permitting and agency coordination

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    • Site design for rail-served industries, loading areas, and support facilities

    • Planning for vehicular access, equipment maneuvering, and operational safety

    • Utility and infrastructure coordination within rail-adjacent environments

    • Guidance through permitting and coordination with rail authorities

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    • Design and permitting of earthen dams and impoundments

    • Spillway, outlet, and emergency drawdown design

    • Dam safety permitting, inspections, and compliance

    • Operation & Maintenance and Emergency Action Plans

    • Construction support, inspections, and repair assistance

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    • Parking-area layout that optimizes space, access, and circulation

    • Pavement system design suited to site use and long-term performance

    • Integration of accessible routes, signage, lighting, and safety features

    • Planning for stormwater conveyance and runoff management within parking areas

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    • Campus-wide planning supporting safe traffic flow for buses, vehicles, and pedestrians

    • Utility and site infrastructure design for new buildings, additions, and athletic areas

    • Layout of outdoor learning environments, sports facilities, and green spaces

    • Collaboration with school districts and agencies to streamline approvals

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    • Facility-ready site concepts tailored to heavy equipment, truck traffic, and outdoor operations

    • Design of supporting infrastructure such as service drives, loading areas, and utility connections

    • Integration of environmental and regulatory requirements into site planning

    • Ongoing involvement during construction to maintain design integrity and schedule

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    • Creative site plans that balance natural features with recreational amenities

    • Infrastructure design for restrooms, shelters, sports areas, and trail systems

    • Integration of accessibility standards into paths, gathering spaces, and play areas

    • Support from early concept planning through construction implementation

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    • Community-focused layouts with efficient streets, utilities, and lot configurations

    • Stormwater approaches that fit the surrounding environment and regulatory needs

    • Platting, zoning coordination, and municipal approvals for residential development

    • Field services including staking, inspections, and construction coordination

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    COOK CANTON PTFE / CANTON, ILLINOIs

    Maurer-Stutz, Inc. provided topographic survey, engineering design, and construction phase services for a PTFE manufacturing facility.  The new construction was located on a Brownfield site in Canton, IL and required specific engineered barrier and IEPA compliance. 

    Site design included plan layout, grading, engineered barrier compliance with IEPA requirements, coordination with on site utilities, stormwater management and detention, ensuring ADA compliance for buildings and sidewalks, pavement designs, and assisting in obtaining the necessary permits.  Construction responsibilities included limited construction observation, shop drawing review, and bi-weekly construction progress meetings; and office preparation, coordination, and staking of construction layout.

  • A large, single-story yellow house with white trim, a stone foundation, and multiple windows, surrounded by a well-kept lawn with bushes and flowers, on a sunny day with a blue sky.

    Country Comfort Retirement Homes of Elmwood / Elmwood, Illinois

    Maurer-Stutz, Inc. provided engineering design, and construction phase services for an assisted living facility. The site was designed for a 16 resident, 8,500 SF facility, and the parking and drop off area included 11 parking spaces.  The site was very constricted by the two odd-shaped lots it was located on.  The site also included IDOT storm sewer connection design and permitting.  The stormwater was routed to a subdivision detention cell.

    Site design included plan layout, grading, stormwater management, assuring ADA compliance for building access and sidewalks, pavement, and assisting in obtaining the necessary permits.  Construction responsibilities included shop drawings, RFI’s and staking of construction layout.

  • An aerial view of a football field with the word "TITANS" written on each end zone, the center circle marked with the letters "EPG," and the initials "TITANS" on the sideline. The field is surrounded by a black running track, with some outdoor lights and a small building nearby.

    El Paso-Gridley Athletic Facility / El Paso, Illinois

    Maurer-Stutz, Inc. provided topographic survey and engineering design phase services for a regulation sized new football field with track and field events to replace an existing cinder track and football practice field.  The design accounted for a future baseball field, softball field, and additional driving and parking areas. 

    The football field was designed with underground tile drainage and the track had interior edge drainage.  Stormwater detention was sized to accommodate the future parking and driveway improvements. 

    Site design included demolition, plan layout, grading, coordination with on-site utilities, storm sewer, stormwater management and detention, assuring ADA compliance for building access and sidewalks, and assisting in obtaining the necessary permits. 

  • Aerial view of a large backyard with a house, swimming pool, waterslide, splash pad, sandy area, picnic tables, grassy lawn, trees, and surrounding fences.

    Big Creek Pool & Senior/Teen Recreation Center / Canton, Illinois

    Maurer-Stutz, Inc. was retained by the Canton Park District to provide a topographic survey, engineering design and construction layout staking for a new pool and senior/teen recreation center.

    The site was located on 15-acres which was housed the original Canton Park District Pool that was demolished nearly 20 years prior.  The proposed facility included a pool area that could accommodate 400 bathers, bathhouse, senior/teen recreation center and 116 space parking lot.  

    Site design included plan layout; grading around pool area, sidewalks and parking lot; coordination with City of Canton, Chicago-based architect and Canton Park District; drainage and detention design; and comprehensive storm water pollution prevention plan.  Construction responsibilities included construction layout staking.

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