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No Roads, No Utilities, No Problem? How a Town Begins

In land development, we hear all the time that there is no “good land” left because it has all already been bought. And honestly, some …
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September 8, 2026
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When the Ocean Wins: Why Outer Banks Homes Fall Into the Sea

If you've followed the news over the past several years, you've likely seen dramatic images of beachfront homes in North Carolina's Outer Banks collapsing into …
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August 11, 2026
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Cost & Value: What You’re Really Paying For

One of the most common questions we receive from clients and homeowners is “Why do permitting and civil engineering projects cost so much?” This is …
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July 7, 2026
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The Civil Engineering Side of Camping

Summer is officially here, and many families are heading outdoors to enjoy some of the state’s beautiful campgrounds. Whether it’s a weekend at Assateague Island …
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June 9, 2026
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Crabs, Bohs, and Os… It’s What Maryland Does

During a Maryland summer, there are a few things us Marylanders can’t go without. Fresh steamed blue crabs with some ice cold Natty Bohs, pair …
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May 12, 2026
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GPS vs. Robot

Surveying has come a long way from relying solely on traditional methods, and today most crews use a mix of GPS and total stations. Both …
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April 7, 2026
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Deplorable to Delightful

Drastic times call for drastic measures, and in the case of the redevelopment of two run-down homes on Brockbridge Road in Laurel, Maryland, the project …
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March 10, 2026
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Is a Permit Required?

With warmer weather just around the corner, whether you’re planning a home improvement project, fencing in your backyard or preparing for new construction, understanding permit …
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February 10, 2026
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From the Rockies to the Chesapeake: My Journey to Terrain

When you grow up working in the Canadian engineering world, you get used to certain things: long winters, glacier-fed lakes and projects that demand resilience …
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January 13, 2026
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Changing Lanes: My Career Path from Economics to Civil Design

For those of you who don’t know me, my name is Brian Roche, and I’m a Civil Designer for Terrain in Annapolis, Maryland. After starting …
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December 9, 2025