Two concrete trucks arrived at dawn to pour the footers. Timing is critical — concrete must be placed and finished before it begins to set. Footer dimensions and concrete strength (PSI) specified by the structural engineer.
Pro tip: Schedule your pour for early morning — Florida afternoon heat accelerates concrete setting time significantly and makes finishing much harder.
Easement vacation application filed with Ranger Drainage District to gain flexibility for house placement and driveway design.
Comprehensive survey package delivered — boundary, topography, tree locations, and wetland markers in one document.
Ranger Drainage District approves easement vacation — but Orange County approval still required for full legal release.
Easement vacation petition formally filed with Orange County — budget 2–6 months and multiple department reviews.
Conservation Area Determination filed with Orange County EPD to establish official wetland boundaries and buffer requirements.
Stem wall inspection passed — block placement, mortar joints, rebar, and bond beams all approved by Orange County.