Topographic Survey for Missing Middle Housing Site Design

Townhouse-style homes on a compact site where a topographic survey can support missing middle housing design

Fitting several small homes on a lot built for one house takes more than a good floor plan. It takes a clear picture of the ground those homes will sit on. A topographic survey gives that picture to architects, engineers, and developers before design choices get made. This matters a lot on the tight, oddly […]

How Drone Surveys Help Redevelop Brownfield Sites

Drone survey in Chicago capturing data for brownfield redevelopment site assessment

Many old industrial sites in Chicago sit empty. These places are called brownfields. They used to be factories, gas stations, or other businesses. Brownfields can be turned into homes, parks, or shops but only if the land is safe. Drone surveys help developers get fast, safe, and detailed information about these sites. Drones can fly […]