Received initial architectural drawings from DBSS — remarkably close to our vision! The design incorporates wetland buffer setbacks, optimal house positioning within the buildable envelope, and accounts for drainage requirements.
Pro tip: Share the wetland delineation report and survey with your architect before they start — architects who understand the environmental constraints from day one produce dramatically better first drafts.
NGP consultant engaged — specialist knowledge of Orange County wetland permitting process is essential and worth every dollar.
Land clearing completed — building envelope cleared, graded, and ready for foundation work with all wetland setbacks maintained.
125-foot domestic water well drilled by WaterWorks — SJRWMD permit required in advance for all well installations.
Footer trenches excavated and rebar installed — critical: ground rod must be bonded to rebar BEFORE pour for electrical inspection.
Surveyor stakes exact house corners post-clearing — reference points that guide all foundation work and construction inspections.
Final site plan approved after multiple revisions — wetland buffers, stormwater, setbacks, and driveway placement all confirmed.