Site Servicing
Water, sanitary and storm connections, plans and building interfaces.
What Information Does a Civil Engineer Need From the Architect?
Civil design needs a controlled site plan, building elevations, development statistics and confirmed service interfaces.
When Are Separate Building Services Required?
Separate services may be required where buildings, ownership, metering, fire protection or municipal standards call for independent connections.
Water, Sanitary and Storm Services Explained
Water supplies the site, sanitary carries wastewater, and storm systems manage rainfall and land drainage.
What Is Shown on Civil Engineering Drawings?
Civil drawings communicate the site’s grades, drainage, underground services, controls and construction interfaces.
What Is a Site Servicing Plan?
A site servicing plan shows how proposed water, sanitary and storm systems connect buildings and site facilities to accepted outlets.
Why Can’t Rainwater Normally Be Sent to the Sanitary Sewer?
Sanitary sewers are intended for wastewater, while rainfall can add large, rapid flows that consume capacity and increase overflow risk.