Residential Projects

Lentz Engineering specializes in the planning, design, and delivery of residential projects throughout Texas. From land development feasibility studies to full civil construction drawings, we provide engineering services that optimize land use, ensure drainage compliance, and deliver cost-effective infrastructure for single-family and mixed-use communities.

Single-Family Residential Development

Client: Confidential
Project Size: 78 Acres | 284 Residential Lots
Role: Prime Civil Engineer & Surveying Consultant
Status: Completed

Project Overview

Lentz Engineering was chosen to deliver full-service civil engineering and surveying for a transformative 78-acre single-family development along McKeever Road in Harris-Brazoria Counties Municipal Utility District No. 509. This impressive project is set to create approximately 284 residential lots, complete with extensive public infrastructure to support a growing community. Our team expertly handled every phase—from initial surveys to construction support—bringing this vision to life with precision and efficiency.

Located in the heart of the Pearland area, this development enhances the region with upgraded utilities, roadways, and sustainable drainage solutions. By overcoming complex regulatory and design challenges, Lentz Engineering has laid the foundation for over 280 new homes, contributing to the prosperity of Harris-Brazoria Counties.

Highlights Key Services Provided

  • Boundary & topographic surveying for platting and utility extensions

  • Civil design for grading, drainage, paving, utilities, and SWPPP

  • Public infrastructure design for water, sewer, and roadway improvements

  • Platting services, bid phase support, and construction observation (as needed)

Project Highlights

  • Phased design approach supporting 284-lot development across 78 acres

  • Full infrastructure planning including water, sewer, and roadway extensions

  • Detention and drainage systems designed for current FEMA floodplain standards

  • Coordination with City of Pearland, BDD4, and TxDOT for permits and approvals

Single-Family Residential Subdivision Development

Client: Confidential
Project Size: 96 Residential Lots | 47.15 Acres
Role: Prime Civil Engineer & Surveying Consultant
Status: Completed

Project Overview

Lentz Engineering was selected to provide full civil engineering and surveying services for the Northfield subdivision — a 96-lot residential development located on a 47-acre site in Houston, Texas. The project includes comprehensive site development, utility coordination, drainage design, platting, permitting, and ongoing construction support in collaboration with the City of Houston and Harris County Flood Control District (HCFCD).

Our team provided a phased engineering approach, beginning with preliminary layout and feasibility, followed by topographic surveying, stormwater analysis, and detailed construction documents. Additional services included coordination for utility reservations, drainage approvals, and participation in City of Houston cost recovery programs.

Highlighted Key Services Provided

  • Preliminary layout plans and construction cost estimating

  • Utility reservation applications for water, sewer, and drainage services

  • Topographic survey of cleared and wooded portions of the site

  • Drainage impact study and detention design in compliance with HCFCD

  • SWQMP and SWPPP documentation for both permanent and temporary BMPs

  • Full civil construction drawings: grading, drainage, paving, utilities, flood mitigation

  • Platting services including boundary verification and legal descriptions

  • Traffic analysis and City of Houston Access Management Form A

  • Lot staking, control staking, and as-built surveying

  • Bidding support, contract documentation, and ongoing construction coordination

Project Highlights

  • Comprehensive civil design for a 96-lot subdivision with stormwater and floodplain mitigation

  • Permitting support with City of Houston and Harris County Flood Control District

  • Strategic plan updates during construction to support real-time utility and drainage modifications

  • Cost recovery coordination through the Developer Participation Contract process