Land Development Consulting for Commercial and Residential Projects-Our goal is to be responsive to the client’s needs for accurate information related to the development of their property and finding creative yet practical solutions to the challenges our clients bring us.  Land planning is the first critical step in balancing client needs with environmental and regulatory requirements.  A successful development begins with thorough preparation in the site design and well-strategized permitting timelines as we move toward the entitlement phase of your project. Whipple Consulting Engineers, Planners and Surveyors work closely with our clients to obtain the property's best potential possible in a timely and cost effective manner. Click Here for details

The Land Use Dictionary Defines Entitlements as follows:

1. The right to develop land with government approvals for zoning density, utility installations, occupancy permits, use permits, streets, water, sewer and storm drainage discharges.

At Whipple Consulting Engineers, we understand that it's not as simple as that statement yet, it doesn't have to be as difficult as it has become to entitle your project. We recognize that the Entitlement process can be very frustrating and time consuming taking 30, 60, 90 or more days to complete. We believe that considerate design layout and processes; facilitating early and often meetings with approving agencies can lessen the impact of the entitlement process and maintain pre-set schedules. With a staff that has permitted over 12,500 individual single family lots, 3,500 multi-family residential units and over 5,000,000 sf of retail development we have the experience to bring your project to construction in a timely manner. In order to do this we will bring our team of land planners, engineers, surveyors and landscape architects together in your initial planning phases to guide your project in such a manner that both your needs and the agencies requirements can come together for a successful project. By using a whole team approach, no issue goes unheard or undocumented so that the end result is a permitted project ready for construction. Click Here for details

At Whipple Consulting Engineers we are concerned about the impacts of development and technology on our environment and have been providing environmental documentation since our inception.  The most frequently completed documentation is the Washington State SEPA checklist with supplemental studies.  Each SEPA checklist is prepared with a specific project in mind.  The information included on each checklist is tailored to expand upon specific elements which require more attention, while devoting a minimal amount of time to elements which are peripheral.  We are frequently involved in projects which require either Washington State SEPA or U.S. NEPA Environmental Impact Analyses, due to their size and location.  In these cases, we are able to supply all of the supporting engineering reports and coordinate with our element subcontractors to prepare the document.  These environmental studies serve to delineate potential on-site and off-site impacts in a way which supplies the review agencies with the adequate information to make an environmental determination, but still allow the project to remain economically feasible.  Having worked extensively with the regulations and guidelines, WCE has the experience to guide your project through local, state and federal permitting and approval processes.  Whipple Consulting Engineers is pleased to assist our clients in public hearing preparation, community notification and meeting facilitation.  We seek solutions and designs that enhance the natural beauty of an area and are minimally invasive to the environment.  It is this approach to development that makes us successful in minimizing mitigation on our client’s projects. Click Here for details

WCE’s design staff has a vast array of experience and specializes in providing analysis and design throughout the Northwest and Western United States.  While our primary focus is Land Development Consulting for private individuals, corporations, and large retail establishments, we have over time worked with a wide variety of other clients ranging from municipalities, state and federal agencies, counties, public utility districts, private corporations and individuals.  State of the art technology, fundamental engineering principals and effective project management are essential for meeting the ever-changing demands of our clients and regulatory agencies. Click Here for details

WCE has been involved and completed surveying and mapping projects throughout Washington, Idaho, Montana and Oregon.  We have successfully completed surveying and mapping projects ranging from less than an acre to hundreds of acres.  Our staff is equally adept at completing all surveying, mapping, planning and staking of large subdivisions in rural settings or smaller lot splits in urban settings.  Consideration is given to thorough research of land records to identify existing current deeds, parcel descriptions, boundaries, land status, easements and reservations.  Historical data relative to land use and environmental conditions is gathered on site and on site conditions are investigated.  A logical planning effort begins which may culminate with a final design for a subdivision, civil engineering project or a new building site. Click Here for details

At Whipple Consulting Engineers we provide Land Use Planning to furnish our clients with an accurate and complete assessment of a potential type, size and configuration in order to anticipate and overcome any and all obstacles and determine whether or not their proposed project is feasible.  We can provide an assessment of the various factors which impact a site, such as current zoning, growth management boundaries and restrictions, wetlands and associated buffer impacts, water and sanitary sewer options, geotechnical conditions, traffic evaluation and impacts, stormwater impacts and constraints, environmental issues, and construction cost estimates.  Our goal is to provide a harmonious relationship between land use, open space, transportation and utility systems, thereby creating communities that are conducive to live and work in. Click Here for details

Whipple Consulting Engineers has extensive experience in planning, developing and implementing local and regional transportation plans, designing of transportation projects and preparing Traffic Impact Studies.  Our experience encompasses all facets of transportation planning, modeling, environmental documentation and public involvement.  Our transportation design projects include design of large interstate facility projects, various city and county arterials, as well as, public and private access roads. Click Here for details

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Today’s municipalities and private associations are increasingly faced with the need for system expansion driven by growth and development, coupled with the need for the rehabilitation and replacement of aging systems.  The team of professionals at WCE works closely with our clients to provide engineering support and services to meet these ever-growing needs. Navigating the ever increasing maze of regulations and paperwork to put clients' minds at ease is our forte. Click Here for details

WCE and our clients recognize that structural engineers play a key role in transforming the client’s vision into a physical reality.  WCE’s integrated design approach allows us to communicate directly with the client, architect, and project team at the earliest stages of the project.  This approach maximizes opportunities for incorporating durable and efficient structural systems compatible with the architecture, building codes, and project budget.  We respectfully listen to our clients and develop safe, practical solutions in a timely manner. WCE has design experience with a multitude of construction materials including concrete, steel, CMU, wood and light-guage steel. Click Here for details

Whipple Consulting Engineers has considerable experience in stormwater management.  We have a reputation for excellence in designing both small and large stormwater facilities, solving difficult stormwater problems, providing stormwater quality measures, and providing flood hazard mitigation.  WCE has an experienced staff of engineers and designers who develop stormwater facilities and management plans that are innovative, practical, efficient and environmentally beneficial.  Our primary goals in stormwater design and watershed management projects are to provide practical alternatives and where appropriate, to help our clients make informed decisions.  WCE offers a comprehensive list of professional services for stormwater management.  Our engineering staff has experience in working with both municipalities and private developers.  We have extensive knowledge of the State and Federal Permitting process, including flood plain permits, Wetland 404 permits, Hydraulic Permit Applications (HPA), and JARPA applications. Click Here for details

The goal is to achieve a well-coordinated project design and production effort for conceptual and detailed landscape design and plan production. The firm provides designs for business, commercial, industrial, as well as for streets and other public spaces.  The focus of the firm's landscape architectural efforts is to provide efficiency of land uses, aesthetically pleasing design, environmentally sensitive and integrated landscape and drainage design, vehicular and pedestrian access, proper irrigation and utility systems appropriate for the site. Click Here for details

WCE is a firm that provides a broad range of professional project management and construction oversight services.  We offer the combination of expertise in all phases of project management and an extensive knowledge of site construction practices. We have the ability to find answers to the questions and problems that matter to you.  We design project services to our clients’ specific needs and requirements.  Our goal is to be a strong, experienced ally and advocate for our clients. We strive to save our clients money, personal time, and frustration by working with them to organize and expedite their project that solve problems.  Using this approach, we are confident that we can provide exceptional service and help to successfully complete any project in a timely, efficient and cost-effective manner.  We have managed all sizes of projects. We are flexible in this area, since our mission is to serve our clients and their interests.  At WCE, we are able to work together with project participants as a team to accomplish the goals of the project.  We can perform project management, prime and sub-contract administration, and liaison with project participants, owners and regulatory bodies.  Review the plans, specifications, any proposed changes, and suggest ways to save money on materials and services.  Assist in budgeting, cost projections, compilation and review of progress; liaison with banks and lenders for progress information and payments, budgets, schedule of values, billing data, and invoices. Click Here for details

WCE provides personnel with expertise as required to meet the needs of the construction activities.  Our personnel are responsible for documentation of the quality of construction to assure compliance with the approved project plans, specifications, and other construction regulations. We consider ourselves a full-service civil engineering firm, assisting our clients through all phases of their projects, from concept development through construction completion.  We provide our services as part of a team effort.  Members of the team include agents of the Owner, engineering consultants, WCE and the successful bidder. We will assure that all parties understand the importance of providing quality work, timeliness and budget constraints. It has been our experience that by working together, the Owner can be assured of receiving a quality product. Click Here for details