Site Civil Engineering & Land Development
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Civil Engineering Houston Trusts – Lentz Engineering.
Since 1988, Lentz Engineering has been the go-to choice for civil engineering Houston depends on. With over 3,000 projects, we excel in land development, stormwater management, and site design across Greater Houston, Austin, and beyond. Our Texas-born team delivers smart, sustainable solutions tailored to your needs—whether it’s grading, drainage, or infrastructure. Ready to build? Let’s shape Houston’s future together!
Our Site Civil Engineering & Land Development Services
Construction Documents, Permitting & Regulatory Approval
Before any construction begins, proper documentation and approvals are essential. We assist with:
✅ Construction Documents – Preparing detailed engineering plans required for building permits and approvals.
✅ Engineering Evaluations – Conducting thorough property and infrastructure assessments to ensure compliance.
✅ Permitting (Local, State, & Federal) – Navigating regulatory requirements with City of Houston, TxDOT, TCEQ, and FEMA.
Site Development & Master Planning
Our civil engineers optimize land use and drainage solutions to support efficient, sustainable development.
✅ Site Layout & Planning – Identifying key site facilities, constraints, and optimal configurations.
✅Grading, Drainage & Utility Design – Optimized site preparation for stormwater management and infrastructure.
✅ Subdivision Design & Residential Land Development– Planning/designing residential and mixed-use developments with functional infrastructure. his includes schools, churches, subdivision, RV, Mobile homes, light industrial, etc. Creating sustainable and functional communities.
Infrastructure & Utility Engineering
From private utility systems to municipal utilities, our team ensures efficient water, stormwater, wastewater and utility planning.
✅ Stormwater Management & Flood Mitigation – HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS modeling, designing detention ponds, drainage systems, and erosion control measures.
✅ Erosion Control & SWPPP Compliance – Implementing best practices for stormwater pollution prevention.
✅ Roadway & Transportation Planning – Efficient traffic flow, intersection design, and connectivity solutions.
Pavement Design, Evaluation & Sight Distance Analysis
We provide pavement solutions that enhance safety, longevity, and cost-efficiency.
✅ Pavement Design – Determining optimal materials and layouts based on site topography and usage.
✅ Pavement Evaluation – Assessing existing pavement conditions to recommend repair or resurfacing strategies.
✅ Sight Distance Analysis – Ensuring safe road and highway visibility for compliance with traffic safety standards.
Construction Budgeting, Inspections & Compliance
We provide accurate cost estimates and quality control oversight for construction projects.
✅ Construction Budgeting – Estimating project costs for site development, utilities, and infrastructure.
✅ Inspections & Compliance Audits – Ensuring adherence to design plans, municipal regulations, and permitting requirements.
“Lentz Engineering provided us with very useful information on a particular project. I appreciate the integrity and customer first approach and would highly, highly recommend this firm!” – Naro M.
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“Lentz Engineering is consistent in their approach to problem solving and in assisting my teams with valuable input and direction. I will continue to use Lentz Engineering for my future projects.” – Bruce H.
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“What I like most of all about their firm is the fact that I am working directly with seasoned engineers that know how to get my projects done in a timely manner. Thank you Lentz Engineering!” – Nicholas B.
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