Municipal Approvals

ESTABLISH GOALS

The first step involves defining developer priorities.  Pertinent information gathered during a feasibility study will determine what is possible and determine what limitations may need to be overcome.

DEVELOP STRATEGIES

Successful approvals are achieved through a working knowledge of what municipal boards would like to see and presenting images that demonstrate how the project conforms to their objectives.  Maximum site potential is reached while managing zoning requirements and reflecting the perspectives of board members.  

ZONING

Coordination with municipal zoning requirements for feasibility and approval of design concepts.

Confirm compliance with zoning ordinances for proposed use, building heights and areas, setbacks, lot coverage, density, parking requirements, and building design standards including form-based zoning.

CODES

Code compliance is a key component to a successful project and a smooth construction process.

A comprehensive code study is performed to determine the requirements for construction type, access and egress, occupancy, heights and areas, fire protection, energy conservation, and accessibility.

Significant experience preparing code compliant documents for permitting, and working closely with various municipalities throughout New Hampshire and Maine.

TRACK TIMELINES

Efficient planning involves tracking municipal deadlines and projected approvals to optimize the developer's timeline.

ENGAGEMENT

Working cooperatively with municipal boards and stakeholders to manage expectations from the beginning helps to avoid conflict and costly delays.  Open communication allows contributions from all parties and circumvents misunderstandings.  Everyone wins!

ENGINEERING

Building a winning team and prioritizing early coordination provides the best results and avoids costly errors and oversights.

APPROVALS & PERMITS

Experience is a key factor when navigating the approval process and avoiding potential pitfalls created by changing ordinances, codes and regulations.  Focused professional submission of the applications, fees, drawings and related documentation required to gain approvals and permits is pivotal for keeping the project on target.